Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is pounded to even thickness for uniform cooking.
- You can add a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg