Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- If your chicken breasts are not pre-brined, prepare a brine by dissolving 1/4 cup kosher salt in 1 quart of warm water. Submerge the chicken breasts for 15 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with a mixture of kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For a crispier top, broil for the final 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the oven, transfer to a plate, tent with foil, and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
