The Easiest Chicken in the World
Meet your new go-to weeknight dinner: *The Easiest Chicken in the World*! This simple yet flavorful baked chicken recipe is perfect for busy schedules, boasting just a handful of pantry staples like garlic powder, paprika, and dried oregano for bold, savory seasoning. With only 5 minutes of prep time and a quick 20-minute bake, these juicy, tender boneless chicken breasts come together effortlessly. Drizzled with olive oil and roasted to golden perfection, this healthy and versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad. Perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a no-fuss meal, this quick baked chicken recipe guarantees crowd-pleasing results with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and use your hands to rub it evenly over the surface of each piece.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve as is or with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a simple salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.4 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 1700 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 216.7 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1874 mg | 40% | |
*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.
