Easy Chicken Recipe: A Flavorful Delight
Enjoy tender, juicy chicken infused with a savory marinade, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce and honey until well blended.
- Place chicken breasts in a large zip-top bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and shake until evenly coated.
- Allow marinated chicken to sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature (or refrigerate for up to an hour).
- Transfer chicken to the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked (reaching an internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve on plates and drizzle with any leftover marinade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini during baking for added nutrition. - Marinating overnight enhances flavor significantly.