Low Carb Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Low Carb Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts, a perfect combination of simplicity and flavor. This keto-friendly recipe features tender, boneless chicken breasts marinated in a robust blend of olive oil, zesty lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and dried oregano, ensuring each bite is bursting with savory goodness. The secret to perfectly juicy results lies in pounding the chicken for even thickness and letting it rest after baking, locking in those rich juices. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 25-minute bake, this dish is ideal for busy schedules while catering to low-carb lifestyle goals. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts on a clean surface and pound them to an even thickness, about 1 inch, using a meat mallet. This ensures even cooking.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast, ensuring they are well coated.
Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring there is space between each breast for even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The exact baking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist chicken.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2882 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 217.2 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1942 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
