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A whole roasted Melt In Your Mouth Chicken, seasoned and golden brown, served on a white plate.

Melt In Your Mouth Chicken

This recipe makes tender, juicy chicken that melts in your mouth. It's a simple and delicious way to prepare chicken for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6-8 ounces each
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Place them in a baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the olive oil mixture over the chicken breasts and coat them evenly on all sides.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

You can serve this chicken with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, rice, or a salad. For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the chicken before serving.

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