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Easy 20-Minute No-Thaw Baked Chicken Breast Recipe for Perfect Dinners

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A quick and easy recipe for baking frozen chicken breasts without thawing, resulting in tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • Frozen chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, about 6-8 ounces / 170-225 g each) – straight from the freezer, no thaw needed
  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons / 30 ml)
  • Garlic powder (1 teaspoon / 5 g)
  • Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon / 5 g)
  • Onion powder (1 teaspoon / 5 g)
  • Salt (1 teaspoon / 6 g)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (½ teaspoon / 1 g)
  • Lemon zest (optional, from ½ lemon)
  • Fresh herbs (optional, such as thyme or rosemary sprigs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare your baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing with olive oil.
  3. Mix the seasoning blend in a small bowl: garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the olive oil and stir until it forms a loose paste.
  4. Place the frozen chicken breasts in the baking dish, spacing them evenly.
  5. Brush or spoon the seasoning mixture over each chicken breast, coating both sides.
  6. Add lemon zest and fresh herbs if using, placing the herbs on top or around the chicken.
  7. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes. Start checking at 18 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes after baking to let the juices redistribute.
  9. Slice and serve. Optionally, drizzle a little extra olive oil or squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safety. If chicken browns too fast but is undercooked inside, tent loosely with foil. Rest chicken for 5 minutes after baking for juiciness. Do not overcrowd the pan for even cooking. Similar-sized breasts cook more evenly.

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