Go Back

Easy Oven Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

A quick and healthy recipe for juicy oven-baked chicken breasts with a flavorful spice blend, perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces thin cut chicken breasts or thin-pounded regular chicken breasts
For the Spice Mixture
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil Can substitute with olive oil or canola oil.
  • 1.5 tbsp brown sugar Can be replaced with honey for a different sweetness.
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp freshly ground pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, oregano, thyme, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Take the chicken breasts and place them upside down on a clean surface. Drizzle one tablespoon of avocado oil over the chicken and rub it in gently. Sprinkle half of the spice mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Flip the chicken breasts right side up and rub the remaining tablespoon of avocado oil on them. Finally, sprinkle the rest of the spice mixture evenly across the top.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Serving
  1. Serve immediately alongside steaming vegetables, a fresh salad, or over a bed of rice or quinoa. Drizzle with your favorite sauce or garnish with freshly chopped herbs.

Notes

For thicker chicken breasts, increase the cooking time slightly while ensuring they reach the safe internal temperature. Marinate the chicken in the oil and spices for a few hours before baking for added moisture.