Baked Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

Brine:

• 4  chicken
  breasts  (boneless skinless, about 3-4
  pounds)


• 3 tablespoons  olive
  oil  (or melted butter)


• 1/2 teaspoon  salt


• 1/4 teaspoon  black
  pepper


• 1 teaspoon  Italian
  seasoning


• 1 teaspoon  garlic
  powder


• 1/2 teaspoon  onion
  powder


• 1 teaspoon 
  paprika  (regular or smoked)


• 1/2 teaspoon  dried
  thyme


• 1/2 teaspoon  dried
  basil


• 1/2 teaspoon  dried
  parsley


• 1/4 teaspoon  pepper
  flakes  (optional)

Garnish: 

Instructions 

Brine: 

1. To brine chicken breasts, fill a large bowl with 1 quart of
   lukewarm water and 1/4 cup salt. Then, stir to combine until the salt is
   dissolved. Next, add the meat to the brine mixture and let it sit for 30
   minutes. 


2. Also, you could cover the bowl and refrigerate for up to 6
   hours. When ready to cook, remove them from the brine, and rinse under cold
   water. Lastly, pat them dry with some paper towels. 

Chicken and Seasoning: 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease of a 9x13 inch baking
   dish with a few tablespoons of olive oil. 


2. In a small bowl mix: salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic
   powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, dried basil, dried parsley and
   pepper flakes. 


3. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil or melted butter and
   seasoning on both sides. Rub well so it absorbs properly. 


4. Add chicken to the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30
   minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. 


5. Before slicing, let rest for 5-10 minutes for optimal
   tenderness.

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