10 Baked Chicken Breast Recipes for Perfectly Juicy Meals

Baked chicken breast is a healthy versatile and easy-to-make protein that can be the star of any meal. However many people struggle with dry flavorless chicken. The secret? Proper seasoning the right cooking time and a few chef-approved tricks. Below we’ve compiled 10 foolproof baked chicken breast recipes that guarantee juicy flavorful results every time.

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1. Classic Garlic Herb Baked Chicken Breast

A timeless recipe with garlic herbs and a golden crust—perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a bowl mix olive oil garlic thyme rosemary paprika salt pepper and lemon juice.
• Coat chicken breasts evenly with the mixture.
• Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 22-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
• Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Pro Tip: Brining chicken in saltwater (1 tbsp salt per cup of water) for 30 minutes before cooking ensures extra juiciness.

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2. Parmesan Crusted Baked Chicken Breast

Crispy cheesy and packed with flavor—this recipe is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Mix Parmesan breadcrumbs garlic powder Italian seasoning salt and pepper.
• Brush chicken with melted butter then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
• Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Pro Tip: For extra crispiness broil for the last 2 minutes.

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3. Lemon Butter Baked Chicken Breast

Bright tangy and buttery—this dish feels gourmet with minimal effort.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp butter melted
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Whisk melted butter lemon juice zest garlic salt and pepper.
• Pour over chicken and bake for 20-25 minutes basting halfway.
• Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Pro Tip: Serve with roasted asparagus for a complete meal.

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4. Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Breast

Sweet tangy and caramelized—this glaze makes chicken irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Whisk honey mustards olive oil garlic powder and salt.
• Coat chicken and bake for 22-25 minutes brushing with extra glaze halfway.

Pro Tip: Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy kick.

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5. Spicy Buffalo Baked Chicken Breast

Fiery crispy and perfect for game day—this baked version is healthier than fried wings.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ½ cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Mix hot sauce butter garlic powder paprika and salt.
• Coat chicken and bake for 20-22 minutes.
• Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Pro Tip: Broil for 2 minutes for extra crispiness.

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6. Mediterranean Baked Chicken Breast

Olives tomatoes and feta bring bold Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
• ¼ cup Kalamata olives
• ¼ cup feta cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp oregano
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Season chicken with olive oil oregano and salt.
• Top with tomatoes olives and feta.
• Bake for 22-25 minutes.

Pro Tip: Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.

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7. BBQ Baked Chicken Breast

Smoky sticky and finger-licking good—without the grill.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ½ cup BBQ sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Rub chicken with olive oil paprika and garlic powder.
• Bake for 15 minutes then brush with BBQ sauce and bake 10 more minutes.

Pro Tip: Use homemade BBQ sauce for deeper flavor.

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8. Pesto Mozzarella Baked Chicken Breast

Creamy cheesy and herby—this Italian-inspired dish is a hit.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ¼ cup pesto
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Brush chicken with olive oil and salt.
• Spread pesto top with mozzarella and bake for 22-25 minutes.

Pro Tip: Add sun-dried tomatoes for extra richness.

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9. Teriyaki Baked Chicken Breast

Sweet savory and sticky—better than takeout.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• ½ cup teriyaki sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp ginger grated
• 1 garlic clove minced

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Whisk teriyaki honey ginger and garlic.
• Coat chicken and bake for 22-25 minutes basting halfway.

Pro Tip: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

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10. Cajun Baked Chicken Breast

Bold spicy and full of Southern flavor—ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Rub chicken with olive oil Cajun seasoning and salt.
• Bake for 20-22 minutes.

Pro Tip: Serve with a cool avocado salsa to balance the heat.

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Final Thoughts

With these 10 baked chicken breast recipes you’ll never run out of delicious healthy meal ideas. The key takeaways?

✅ Use a meat thermometer (165°F internal temp).
✅ Let chicken rest before cutting to retain juices.
✅ Experiment with marinades and toppings for endless variety.