Juicy Garlic Herb Baked Chicken (Easy 30-Minute Recipe!)
Tender baked chicken bursting with garlic-herb flavor, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ½ tsp onion powder
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley lemon slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C) for perfectly juicy, golden-baked chicken.
Prepare the marinade:
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, thyme, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, and onion powder if using.
- Whisk until fragrant and well mixed.
Coat the chicken:
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Place it in a baking dish or lined tray.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and rub it in until fully coated.
Bake the chicken:
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For extra browning, turn on broil for the last 2 minutes.
Rest before serving:
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to keep the juices inside.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon slices if you like.