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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A tender, perfectly seasoned chicken dish that brings comfort and warmth to family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until hot and bubbly.
  4. Sear the chicken breasts for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  6. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

You can season the chicken ahead of time and store it in the fridge for a couple of hours for deeper flavors.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 37g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg