Italian Baked Chicken Breast (+70 Healthy Chicken Breast Recipes)

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil

Steps

1. 1

   First, combine all ingredients (but the chicken breast) in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.

2. 2

   Place chicken breast into a glass container or gallon-size bag. Then, pour the marinade on top of the chicken, making sure it is covered.

3. 3

   Let chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or for best results, for 24 hours.

4. 4

   When you are ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375ºF and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Then, transfer all of the contents of your bag (including the marinade) into a 9x9-inch baking dish.

5. 5

   Bake chicken breasts at 375ºF for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.

6. 6

   Remove chicken breast from the oven and then place it onto a plate. Let chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving.

7. 7

   Enjoy immediately.