Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts

Juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts seasoned to perfection and roasted until tender and flavorful. An easy, healthy dinner for any night of the week.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 1/2 Tbsp light brown sugar
• 1 tsp dark chili powder
• 1 tsp salt (or seasoned salt)
• 1 tsp lemon pepper
• 1 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme, oregano or tarragon
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne (adjust to taste)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil (plus additional as needed)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 425°F. Using an oven safe grill pan, broiler pan or line a baking sheet with foil. Spray liberally with cooking spray.
2. 2Use a meat mallet to pound the thickest portion of each chicken breasts into even thickness. (This will ensure the chicken cooks evenly.) Pat dry with a paper towel.
3. 3In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, chili, salt, lemon pepper, garlic, paprika, thyme, onion powder and cayenne.
4. 4Drizzle chicken pieces on both sides with oil. Sprinkle both sides evenly with seasoning rubbing into the chicken pieces. Place on prepared pan.
5. 5Bake uncovered for 18-20 minutes or until juices run clear. (Internal temperature of 165°F)
6. 6Rest for 5 minutes, slice and serve.