# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 6 to 8 ounces each
→ Seasoning
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika, smoked or sweet
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
09 - Lemon slices, optional
10 - Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, optional
→ Simple Marinade
11 - 1/4 cup olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
15 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
16 - 1 clove garlic, minced
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Place between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and gently pound to even thickness of approximately 3/4 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
03 - In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
04 - Rub seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast. Alternatively, marinate in the simple marinade for 30 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator, then pat dry before seasoning.
05 - Place chicken breasts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
07 - Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
08 - Top with lemon slices and chopped parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve warm with preferred accompaniments.
