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Baked Chicken

baked chicken sliced on a plate seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika & brown sugar
  • Serves:  4
  • Prep Time:  1 hr 5 min
  • Cook Time:  20 min

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Method

  1. Add chicken and 1 tablespoon of the salt to a large bowl. Fill with cold water, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.

  2. Preheat the oven to 450°F with a rack in the center position.

  3. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and sugar (if using).

  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and pat dry. Brush with olive oil and season all over with the spice rub.

  5. Arrange chicken in a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for about 18 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

  6. Turn the oven to broil. Cook until the tops are golden brown, about 3 minutes more.

  7. Divide the chicken between plates and serve.