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Oven Baked Chicken Breast (The Chicken I Use for Everything)

This easy oven baked chicken breast is the ultimate meal prep staple—tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned with just salt, pepper, garlic, and olive oil. Use it in salads, wraps, bowls, and more all week long. Ready in 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon honey

Let's Make It
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (use convection roast if available).
  • Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.
  • Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan or oven-safe rack.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and optional honey.
  • Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper on both sides.
  • Bake on the top rack for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.