Name: Juicy 30-Minute Paleo Baked Chicken Breast for a Healthy Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: paleo
Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb total); 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Description

This juicy 30-minute Paleo baked chicken breast recipe offers a quick, protein-rich dinner that fits into a busy lifestyle. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll get tender, flavorful chicken perfect for meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb total)

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a baking dish

2. in a bowl whisk olive oil lemon juice garlic powder smoked paprika oregano salt and pepper

3. add chicken breasts and coat evenly then let sit 5–10 minutes

4. place chicken in dish and bake uncovered for 18–22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)

5. remove and tent with foil let rest for 5 minutes

6. slice against the grain garnish with parsley or cilantro and serve

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: baking
Cuisine: paleo

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 282
Sugar: 0
Sodium: 600
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 1
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 0
Fiber: 0
Protein: 52
Cholesterol: 124

Keywords: juicy chicken, paleo baked chicken, healthy chicken dinner, macro-friendly, meal prep, baked chicken, quick dinner