Let's face it, chicken breasts are really bland. Especially when there's no skin (i.e. fat and flavor). And baked chicken breasts have a reputation for being even worse! When you don't sear it at all over the stovetop, you're losing out on texture too.
It doesn't have to be this way. There are ways to make this innately boring cut of meat into something really delicious that will have the whole family excited. And no, it doesn't always mean stuffing the chicken.
BAKED CHICKEN BREAST INGREDIENTS:
To make this baked chicken breasts recipe, you will need:
Seasonings: I included an all-purpose blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and black pepper in the recipe below, which is super-simple and goes with just about anything. But feel free to sub in any dry seasoning blend that you prefer.
Kosher Salt: An essential ingredient in our brine, and also to season the chicken.
Butter or olive oil: Your pick! I like the extra flavor of butter, but olive oil will also work well.
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: You can either purchased fresh (my preference) or frozen (which you will need to completely thaw before using). Some chicken also comes pre-brined nowadays, in which case you can skip step one below.