Best 6 Simple Baked Chicken Breast Fillets Recipes

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Baked chicken breast fillets rank among the easiest, quickest, and most nutritious go-to meals you can prepare for lunch or dinner. The dish requires minimal ingredients such as seasonings, oil and chicken breasts, making it an accessible and versatile option for busy home cooks or those new to the kitchen. With the right recipe, you can achieve juicy and flavorful chicken breasts that pair well with various sides like vegetables, mashed potatoes, or pasta. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for simple baked chicken breast fillets, ensuring a tender, succulent chicken dish that can elevate your everyday meals or impress your dinner guests.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THREE-INGREDIENT BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS



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I use this as a basic baked chicken recipe when another recipe calls for cooked chicken. Works great for everything and is super customizable. Sometimes I use garlic salt or other seasonings, depending on what I'm using it for.

Provided by Jennifer Jones

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

¼ cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly butter a baking dish.
  • Stir 1/4 cup melted butter and salt together in a bowl.
  • Arrange chicken in the baking dish. Brush butter mixture onto the chicken until thoroughly coated, pouring any extra over the chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 719.3 mg

SIMPLE BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Simple basic recipe for cooking up a bunch of skinless boneless chicken breasts.

Provided by Always Cooking Up Something

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
1 pinch Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®), or to taste
1 tablespoon water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat convection oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle both sides with salt and Creole seasoning. Place chicken in a broiler pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Flip chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken from pan. Pour water into the pan, while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add more water if needed to dislodge the browned bits; serve alongside chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.1 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1418.2 mg

SIMPLE BAKED CHICKEN BREAST FILLETS



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This comes from a friend of mine that I have known for years. She made these for me several times. They're simple to prepare and good either for the main meat or for a basic chicken sandwich with lettuce and tomato.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken breast fillets
4 tablespoons butter
seasoning salt
black pepper
pam cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350'.
  • Wash chicken fillets and pat dry.
  • In a baking dish, spray Pam well.
  • Place chicken fillets in baking dish.
  • Sprinkle top and bottom with seasoning salt and black pepper, to your own taste.
  • Add 1Tbs. of butter to each chicken fillet, using up the amount of butter stated.
  • Place in oven and bake 30-45 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  • Serve either as a main meat or as a chicken sandwich.

SIMPLE BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Here's the easy way to prepare moist, tender chicken breasts in the oven. Use for sandwiches, salads, tacos, soups, and casseroles, or simply serve with vegetables and potatoes for a complete meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 to 4 sprigs fresh herbs, such as tarragon, thyme or rosemary

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place chicken breasts in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil. Add broth, scatter with herbs and cover with parchment-lined aluminum foil.
  • Bake until a meat thermometer registers 160 degrees in the thickest part of the breast, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken from pan; let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

BAKED CHICKEN WITH LEMON



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Spruce up chicken breasts with fresh thyme and lemon - whether or not you use skin-on chicken is up to you. Orange and rosemary also work well as flavourings

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

olive oil
4 chicken breasts, skin on or skin off
1 lemon, ½ finely sliced
2-4 sprigs thyme

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Tip a couple of tbsp olive oil into a small roasting tin. Add the lemon slices and then sit the chicken on top. Rub the top of each chicken breast with a little olive oil and then season well. Squeeze over the juice from the remaining lemon half and put the thyme sprigs between the chicken breasts.
  • Roast for 20-25 mins until the chicken is cooked through - check by poking a knife into the centre of each breast to make sure the juices run clear. Rest for 5 mins before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.2 grams sugar, Fiber 0.3 grams fiber, Protein 39 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

SUPER EASY BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is a recipe given to me by a dear friend that I do when it's an hour from dinnertime and I'm too tired to do a lot of prep work. I usually have chicken breasts in the freezer and everything else comes out of the pantry. Great results for how easy it is to do!

Provided by ann1wp

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon bon appetit seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese (Kraft is fine!)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Oil or spray 9x13 baking pan.
  • Pat chicken dry and place in the pan. Drizzle or brush with olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining ingredients in order of recipe.
  • THE INGREDIENT AMOUNTS GIVEN ARE APPROXIMATE! Use more or less to suit your taste and to give a nice even coating of each ingredient on the chicken pieces. I never measure for this recipe, I just eyeball it. Feel free to use any seasoning salt you like instead of the Bon Apetit or substitute your favorite herb for the parsley flakes. You can also add to or reduce the number of chicken breasts according to your family size. I often cook extra to make sandwiches the next day. This is more of a technique to try than a recipe!
  • Bake for about 30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. I usually microwave 4 medium potatoes for 10 minutes and then put them in the oven at same time as the chicken to finish cooking-makes quick baked potatoes. I serve veggies, salad and bread for a nice, easy weeknight dinner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 79.9, Sodium 215.7, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 27.2

Tips:

  • To ensure your chicken breasts cook evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • For a more flavorful dish, marinate your chicken breasts for at least 30 minutes before baking. You can use a variety of marinades, such as olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices.
  • If you want your chicken breasts to be crispy, coat them in breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before baking.
  • To prevent your chicken breasts from drying out, baste them with melted butter or olive oil during baking.
  • For a healthier option, bake your chicken breasts without using any oil or butter. You can also use a non-stick baking sheet to reduce the amount of fat in the dish.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken breasts are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, and they can be prepared in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a special occasion, baked chicken breasts are a great option. With a little planning and effort, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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