# Juicy Seed-Oil-Free Baked Chicken Breasts

Tender and flavorful baked chicken breasts seasoned with herbs and olive oil for a simple, healthy dinner that's naturally seed-oil-free and gluten-free.

Prep: 10 minutes · Cook: 25 minutes · Total: 35 minutes · Serves: 4

Categories: Dinner, Baking, High-protein, Chicken

Tags: chicken, Dinner, High-Protein, Easy, Gluten-Free

## Ingredients

- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz or 170g each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

## Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with a dab of olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps achieve crispy skin and even cooking.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and dried thyme.
4. Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each breast evenly with olive oil, then rub to coat all sides. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the chicken, pressing it in lightly.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part. Avoid overcooking for juiciness.
6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving to retain juices.

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