Sugar-Free Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts
Discover the ultimate recipe for tender, flavorful chicken with these Sugar-Free Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts! Perfect for a healthy dinner, this easy-to-make dish features a mouthwatering marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic spices like garlic powder, paprika, and oregano to ensure each bite is bursting with bold, savory goodness—without added sugar. The secret to their irresistible juiciness lies in baking them covered and adding a touch of water to the pan for gentle steaming, making this recipe a foolproof way to achieve succulent chicken every time. Ready in under an hour, these chicken breasts pair beautifully with steamed vegetables, salads, or grain sides for a complete meal that's sure to impress. Perfectly seasoned, gluten-free, and packed with protein, this sugar-free baked chicken recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights or elegant dinner gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces 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
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is coated.
Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or for best results, up to 2 hours.
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking.
Transfer the marinated chicken breasts to a baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
Add water to the baking dish, around the chicken but not directly on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is golden brown.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the juicy baked chicken breasts with your choice of sides, such as a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2876 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 215.0 g | 430% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*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.
