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side view thinly sliced baked chicken breast in a baking dish.

Easy Baked Thinly Sliced Chicken Breasts in the Oven

Mallory
If you're looking for an easy way to cook chicken, this baked thinly sliced chicken breast recipe is your answer! It's simple, delicious, and perfect for meal prep. 😊
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 170 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 glass baking dish or baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken cutlets (thinly sliced chicken breasts)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (or smoked paprika)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (more to taste, less if you're sensitive to salt)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400℉ (200°C). Spray a glass baking dish with olive oil spray to prevent the chicken from sticking or use parchment paper for easy clean up. Combine the seasoning blend in a small bowl and mix it well to make sure it will evenly distribute on the chicken.
  • Place the chicken in a single layer in the baking dish and pat dry with paper towels. Add half the olive oil and seasoning to one side of the chicken. Rub it into the chicken and repeat on the other side with the remaining oil and seasonings.
  • Drizzle the balsamic vinegar on both sides of the chicken.
  • Bake the seasoned chicken in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ (75°C) with a meat thermometer. Let the chicken rest about 10-12 minutes before slicing it. 
  • Hint: for best results, be sure to let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before cutting into it. To do so, remove the chicken from the baking dish and put it on a plate or cutting board. This lets the juices distribute in the chicken. 

Notes

Expert Tips
  • Be sure the chicken is in a single layer with some space between each of the thin-sliced breasts. This helps ensure even cooking.
  • Rub the olive oil and seasonings into both sides of the chicken to make sure it's seasoned well!
  • Oven temperatures vary a bit so be sure to keep an eye on it around 15 minutes.
  • The easiest way to ensure avoiding overcooking or undercooking is to use an instant read thermometer in the thickest part of the meat. Chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ (75°C).
Storage
  • Refrigerator - store leftover chicken pieces in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. 
Dietitian Tip
Meal prep a batch of this chicken to use in various ways throughout the week! Add it to grain bowls, on top of salads, use it in chicken wraps or tacos, or even use it in soups.
For more nutrition information and tips, visit mallorythedietitian.com. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! 😊 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 3 ozCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 26gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mg
Keyword 30 minutes or less, dairy free, gluten free, high-protein
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