Roasted Chicken Breast Recipe

This Roasted Chicken Breast Recipe is your go to solution for an easy, family friendly dinner that delivers big flavor without extra effort. If you are tired of dry chicken or complicated steps, this recipe keeps things simple with a foolproof method that turns out juicy and tender every time. It is the kind of reliable dinner you can count on, and it pairs with everything, making it perfect for busy nights when you need something everyone will enjoy.

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This post was originally published on 1/14/2021 and updated on 1/13/2026.

I have spent years perfecting recipes that real families make again and again, focusing on simple methods you can trust and flavors everyone loves. All recipes are tested and retested in my kitchen, I bring both experience and proven cooking techniques to this simple chicken breast recipe. I understand what makes a weeknight dinner work in real life, so you can feel confident serving this dish to your family any night of the week.

Roasted Chicken Breast Recipe Ingredients

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
• Olive Oil
• Lemon Pepper Seasoning Blend
• Paprika
• Garlic Powder
• Salt
• Dried Parsley
• Lemon

How to Make Roasted Boneless Chicken Breast

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. The key to making juicy and tender chicken is to cook it on high heat to trap in the juices, but it is even more important to make sure all the chicken cooks evenly. To do that, the chicken all needs to be the same size and thickness. There are two ways to do this, you can pound the chicken with a meat mallet or slice the chicken breasts in half to create cutlets. Pound your chicken between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper to about ½ inch thickness if using the meat mallet method.
3. Once the chicken is even in size, coat it in the olive oil and place on a prepared baking sheet.
4. In a small bowl, combine the lemon pepper, paprika, garlic powder, salt and parsley.
5. Evenly sprinkle the mix over the chicken breasts, use it all! This blend is so good, you don't want to skimp on it.

6. Roast chicken in a preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until a thermometer reads 160°F. Timing will all depend on the thickness of your chicken, so use the thermometer to ensure it is cooked through.
7. Remove chicken from oven and cover it with foil. Let it rest covered for 5-10 minutes before serving.
8. For a more prominent lemon flavor, take the lemon and zest it directly over the chicken once it has finished resting. Then cut the lemon in half and squeeze one half over the chicken. It gives the chicken a nice bright and fresh finish!

What to Serve with Oven Roasted Chicken Breasts

Chicken is such a wonderful protein because it goes with almost anything. Pair it with some rice, potatoes, or even pasta and add a vegetable and the meal is complete. Or serve the chicken on top of a bed of lettuce with all your favorite fixings. There are so many possibilities with this recipe. Here are some of our favorites to serve with these oven roasted chicken breasts:

• Oven Roasted Ranch Potatoes
• Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower
• Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
• Roast Chicken Salad
• Broccoli Mac and Cheese
• Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad
• Instant Pot White Rice

If you are looking for more easy chicken dinners, be sure to check out these family favorites that are perfect for busy nights and big appetites: Baked Cumin Chicken, Roasted BBQ Chicken, Oven Baked Chicken Legs, and Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes.

Storing Roasted Chicken Breasts

Storing: Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezing: You can freeze leftover chicken in a freezer bag or freezer safe airtight container for 4 months.

Reheating: Reheat leftover chicken in a low oven covered in foil, on the stove over low heat with some water or chicken broth or in the microwave until warmed through.

Tips for Roasted Boneless Chicken Breasts

• Make sure all chicken is the same size so it is all finished cooking at the same time. If some chicken is thicker than others, it will need more cooking time and then the thinner pieces will end up over cooked and dry.
• Roast the chicken at high heat to lock in juices.
• Coat the chicken with oil to help retain moisture.
• Let the chicken rest. This is extremely important! It needs time to rest so the juices can redistribute throughout the piece of chicken. If you cut into it right away, all the juices will come flooding out and you will be left with dry chicken.

More Chicken Breast Recipes:

• Creamy Chicken Orzo
• Breaded Chicken Cutlets
• Honey Mustard Chicken
• Chicken In Creamy Mushroom Sauce
• Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
• Corn Flake Chicken Tenders
• Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Broccoli Chicken