Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast – Easy, Flavorful, and Perfect Every Time!

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If you’ve ever struggled with dry, bland chicken breast, this recipe will change your kitchen game. This oven baked chicken breast comes out tender, juicy, and packed with smoky, savory, and subtly sweet flavors. With a bold chipotle-paprika rub, it’s a quick and reliable recipe you’ll keep coming back to – perfect for salads, wraps, meal prep, or a wholesome dinner with rice or veggies. Plus, it’s easy to customize with what you have at home!

Oven-baking chicken breast is one of those humble techniques that transforms lean meat into something irresistibly juicy—when done right. In this recipe, pounding the chicken and coating it with a balanced seasoning blend helps it stay tender, while the combination of smoky chipotle and earthy paprika gives it a deep, grilled-like flavor without needing a BBQ. The brown sugar adds a lovely caramelized edge, and dried oregano adds a familiar herby warmth. This dish is high in protein, low in fuss, and full of flavor. It also freezes beautifully—making it ideal for busy weekdays or meal prep Sundays. Serve it sliced on a fresh salad, wrap it in a tortilla, or enjoy it warm with rice and steamed greens.

Key Ingredients & Their Roles

• Chicken Breast → Lean, high-protein meat that becomes tender and juicy when pounded and seasoned properly.
• Chipotle Powder → Adds smoky heat and depth of flavor, mimicking grilled or smoked meat.
• Brown Sugar → Helps balance the spices and promotes caramelization for a slightly crisp crust.
• Dried Oregano → Offers a classic herby touch that complements the other spices and rounds out the flavor.
• Olive Oil → Keeps the meat moist during baking and helps the seasoning adhere.








Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 18–20 minutes  | Total Time: 30 minutes | Cuisine Type: Western / Fusion | Calories: 230 kcal per serving (estimate) | Serving Size: Serves 4


πŸ“ Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 2 chicken breasts (approx. 600g / 1.3 lb)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Seasoning Mix:

  • ½ tsp chipotle powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1½ tbsp brown sugar

To serve:

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

  • Salad, steamed vegetables, or rice

πŸ‘¨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken

    • Preheat oven to 220°C / 430°F.

    • Cut each chicken breast horizontally to make 4 thin fillets.

    • Place each piece between baking paper or plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until evenly thick.

  2. Season Chicken

    • In a bowl, mix all spices and brown sugar to make your seasoning blend.

    • Line a baking tray with foil and baking paper.

    • Place chicken on tray, drizzle half of the olive oil over and rub with your hands.

    • Sprinkle half the seasoning, flip the chicken, and repeat with the remaining oil and seasoning.

  3. Bake

    • Bake at 220°C / 430°F for 18–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C / 165°F.

    • Let it rest for 5 minutes.

  4. Garnish & Serve

    • Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

    • Serve warm with a side salad, steamed veggies, or rice.

Tips & Ingredient Substitutions

✔ No Chipotle? Use smoked paprika or cayenne (in smaller quantity) for a kick.
✔ Gluten-Free Friendly – All ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
✔ Want it Sweeter? Add a bit more brown sugar and reduce the chipotle for milder heat.
✔ Make-Ahead Tip: Marinate chicken in seasoning for a few hours in the fridge for deeper flavor.
✔ Freezing: Cooked chicken can be frozen for up to 2 months in airtight containers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can I make this oven baked chicken ahead of time?
Yes! Store cooked chicken in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze it in portions for quick meals.

Q2. What if I don’t have chipotle powder?
Smoked paprika or chili powder works as a substitute, though chipotle offers the best smoky heat.

Q3. How do I keep chicken breast from drying out in the oven?
Pound it evenly, use olive oil and sugar-based seasoning, and bake at high heat (220°C / 430°F) until just cooked (internal temp 75°C / 165°F).

Q4. Can I use chicken thigh instead?
Absolutely! Thighs are juicier by nature. Adjust baking time by adding 2–4 more minutes.

Q5. What sides go best with this chicken?
Try with herbed couscous, roasted veggies, fresh salad, or garlic mashed potatoes.

Wrap-Up 

This oven baked chicken breast is simple, versatile, and bursting with flavor—perfect for weeknights or meal prep. I’d love to hear how you served yours! Did you pair it with salad, rice, or something totally unique? Let me know in the comments!

πŸ‘‰ Looking for more easy recipes? Try my Apricot Chicken Curry or Soy-Glazed Spam Pasta!

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