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Easy Baked Chicken Breast Recipes for Juicy, Melt-In-Your-Mouth Results

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Enjoy healthier oven-baked chicken tenders that deliver on flavor, texture, and simplicity. This recipe features a balanced spice blend, a quick sear for a golden crust, and an easy bake finish that locks in juices without deep-frying. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or entertaining, these tenders pair beautifully with a variety of sides and dipping sauces.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

– Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
– In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and oregano. Brush mixture all over the chicken.
– Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken and sear without moving until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
– In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Pour around (not over) the chicken in the skillet.
– Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reaches 165 °F (74 °C), about 15–18 minutes.
– Remove skillet from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon some of the pan juices over the chicken to keep it moist.
– Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For uniform cooking, trim excess fat and lightly pound thicker pieces.

  • Always sear in an oven-safe skillet to build flavor before baking.

  • Adjust spices to personal heat preferences—add cayenne for heat or swap paprika for smoked paprika for depth.

  • To reduce sodium, use reduced-sodium broth and omit added table salt if desired.

 

  • Let tenders rest before serving to maximize moisture retention.

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