Description
Enjoy the mouthwatering flavors of herb roasted chicken breast. This easy spring dinner showcases tender, juicy chicken infused with garlic and herbs, making it a delightful choice for quick meals and healthy eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425F/220C.
- In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, basil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lightly coat the chicken breasts in olive oil, then generously rub the spice mixture on both sides of the chicken.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and cook for 20-25 minutes, depending on size.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before serving.
Notes
For optimal flavor, let the chicken sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking.
Use fresh herbs if available for an extra burst of flavor.
Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg