This Juicy Garlic Herb Chicken Breast in Oven is a quick and easy 30-minute chicken breast recipe you can make for dinner in simply no time. Packed with lean protein and flavorful herbs, this low-carb chicken dinner definitely qualifies as a winner-winner chicken dinner! Make sure you try Garlic Herbs Chicken Bites and Baked Herb Chicken Breasts in a Creamy Sauce
Similar to Baked Garlic butter chicken breast, this garlic herb oven roasted chicken breast is as simple as it can get.
It's one of my go-to chicken dinners, especially on days when I am on a diet, I am ravenously hungry, and I have zero energy left to cook a sprawling dinner.
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- Balsamic Marinated Chicken Breasts
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Baked Chicken Breast in Oven 👩🍳
I have always been a massive fan of Baked chicken breast recipes. Some of the primary reasons I like baked chicken breasts is because:
- Pure source of lean protein with almost zero fat.
- A no-brainer - meaning even kids can make this when you aren't at home.
- Fool-Proof Deliciously Moist and Juiciest Chicken breast
How long does it take to bake chicken breast at 400
It takes 20 minutes to bake boneless skinless chicken breast at 400 degrees F. But this is only true for a chicken breast about 1 inch thick.
The Baking time of chicken breast in the oven depends upon these factors:
- The thickness of your chicken breast
- Suppose the chicken breast is fresh or frozen. Frozen chicken breast takes around 40-50 minutes to bake at 400.
Obviously, the baking time will change if you use a thicker or frozen chicken breast.
You will be sure that your chicken breasts are juicy and moist on the inside and thoroughly cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 to 170 degrees F.
What temperature to bake Chicken Breast
400 degrees F or 204 degrees C is the best temperature to bake chicken breast. However, if you are baking it at a higher temperature, such as 425, then make sure you cover your chicken breast with aluminum foil to ensure it doesn't get dry on the inside.
Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
- Salt and Ground Pepper
- Melted Unsalted Butter
- Garlic Powder
- Dried thyme
- Dried rosemary
- Dried Basil
- Dried Parsley
- Dried Oregano
How to make Herb Baked Chicken
- STEP 1: Preheat Oven and make the marinade
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F, and combine melted unsalted butter, garlic powder, dried thyme, rosemary, basil, parsley, and oregano in a small bowl.
- STEP 2: Season chicken breast
Season chicken breast with salt and freshly ground black pepper as per taste.
- STEP 3: Coat Chicken Breast in the marinade
Generously rub chicken breast with the marinade on both sides.
- STEP 4: Bake Chicken Breasts in the oven
Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and cook for 20-23 minutes until the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165-170 degrees F.
How to keep Baked Chicken Breast Moist and Juicy
I follow a simple rule of thumb while baking chicken breast. It's called the high heat low time method. I have been following this method since childhood. My mother used to say that if you have a chicken breast about 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch thick, then it's the best. She would always use a meat mallet to beat out the thick part. She said it helps the chicken cook thoroughly and distributes the juices evenly.
She would always say - "Bake it at a high temperature for just 20 minutes and make sure you check its doneness at the 20-minute mark before cooking it further." She would open the oven door and check the doneness of the chicken after every minute once it hit the 20-minute mark. She would always caution me when it reached the 22 or 23-minute mark. She said that's when you should be extra careful. The chicken tends to get dry, chewy and tastes completely inedible - just like leather.
What to Serve with Herb Baked Chicken breast
You can serve these chicken breasts with the following:
- Lemon Zucchini Pasta
- Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells in Alfredo Sauce
- Panzanella Salad
- Blueberry Spinach Salad with Broccoli and Avocado
- Authentic Greek Salad or Horiatiki
- Keto Broccoli Salad with apple cider vinegar
More Chicken Breast Recipes to try
- Spinach and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts
- Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
- Sheet Pan Harvest Baked Apple Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
- Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole {Make Ahead}
Juiciest Garlic Herb Chicken Breast in Oven
INGREDIENTS
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts about 0.5lbs each
- salt and ground black pepper as per taste
Ingredients to make the Marinade
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter can be replaced with olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- fresh parsley for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- If your chicken breasts are more than 1 inch thick, lay them out on a cutting board and use a meat mallet to thin out the thickest part until it's about 3/4 inch thick.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper as per taste.
- Make the marinade. Combine all the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl.
- Generously rub both sides of chicken breasts with the marinade and place them on the baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes uncovered. Use an instant-read thermometer at the thickest part of the chicken. Check if it reads 165 to 170 degrees. If not, bake for another minute and check again.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic butter sauteed green beans, and fresh chopped parsley.
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