I adore oven-roasted chicken; that’s one of my go-to dishes. When I require something that tastes pretty close to fine dining but is nearly as easy as pulling a frozen dinner out of the microwave, and that I can pop back in the oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or so and have it taste like I just made it, my mind always goes to baked chicken.
When I attempt to consider the potential flavoring options, I invariably arrive at combinations like lemon, honey, mustard, soy sauce, herbs, parmesan, and barbecue sauce. Those are my bedrock flavor profiles.
They form the core of everything I want to express with baked chicken.
The 10 Best baked chicken recipes
1. Baked Lemon Herb Chicken
Lemon Herb Chicken baked to perfection is one dish that is incredibly satisfying. It features skinless, boneless chicken breasts that are marinated in a luscious mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and dried oregano and thyme, before going into the oven.
These simple yet zesty ingredients make for my favorite baked chicken recipe.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Instructions
1. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to warm up ahead of time. Grab a baking dish and either olive oil or cooking spray. Use the oil or spray to make the dish about as slippery as a greased pan. The salmon is likely to stick otherwise.
2. In a tiny basin, blend the lemon extract, lemon outer skin, olive oil, garlic that has been made small, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper together.
3. Put the chicken breasts in the baking dish that was prepared and pour the lemon-herb mixture over them, making sure each piece is well coated.
4. Preheat your oven and place the chicken inside it. Wait half an hour or so, then check the temperature. If it registers 165°F (74°C), the chicken is done; if not, give it a few more minutes.
2. Honey Garlic Baked Chicken
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are combined with a mix of honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic in Honey Garlic Baked Chicken. The chicken is quickly baked to perfection, infused with apple cider vinegar and olive oil, leaving it with a savory-sweet taste.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, or 190 degrees Celsius. This is the correct temperature for baking.
2. In a small bowl, mix together:
honey
soy sauce
garlic
olive oil
apple cider vinegar.
3. Add salt and pepper to the chicken breasts, then put them in a baking dish.
4. Mix the honey and garlic. Pour this mixture over the chicken. Make certain the coating is thorough and not one part of the chicken is neglected. Now, with me so far? Okay. Good. Next, I really need you to not go and preheat your oven. Forget about the oven for a sec. Forget about chicken inside an oven, even. Instead, find a deep baking dish to hold the chicken without spilling any honey or garlic. And, at this point, really make sure you have enough honey and garlic to not only cover the chicken but also cover the bottom of the dish for good measure. Honey and garlic are the heroes in this tale. The chicken is the sidekick. And that’s all right.
3. Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a straightforward, delicious dish with skinless and boneless chicken breasts that are coated in a perfectly seasoned crunchy topping. What is this crunchy topping made of?
Well, it is a basically a mixture of grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs#
Instructions
1. Get your oven going at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, or 200 degrees Celsius. Then, grab a baking sheet and some parchment paper and get ready to line.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
4. Submerge each chicken breast in the whisked eggs, then cover them with the mixture of Parmesan and breadcrumbs. Position the chicken, now fully dressed, on the baking sheet, ready for the oven.
5. Place in the preheated oven and set the timer for 20 to 25 minutes. When the timer goes off, check that the chicken is cooked through. The crust should be golden brown.
4. BBQ Baked Chicken Thighs
BBQ Baked Chicken Thighs are tender and full of flavor; they feature chicken thighs meaty enough to stand up to a thick coating of barbecue sauce. The magic happens in the oven, where the combination of barbecue sauce and chicken skin creates an ambrosial aroma, filled with the promise of super-tender and juicy meat—almost like an equation: chicken thighs + barbecue sauce = Sheila’s happy place.
Ingredients
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1.5 pounds of chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
1. Prepare your oven to a temperature of 400°F (200°C). Take the chicken thighs and dry them thoroughly with paper towels; then, ensure that they are well seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
2. In a large skillet that can go in the oven, heat medium-high olive oil. When the oil is hot enough, carefully lay in the chicken thighs, skin side down. Sear them for about 5 minutes; they should be crispy and golden brown. Flip the chicken over and sear this side for around 3 minutes before placing the entire skillet in the oven.
3. Take the skillet off the heat. Coat the chicken thighs with BBQ sauce, brushing it on so that the sauce is covering the thighs well.
4. Place the skillet in the oven that has been preheated to the desired temperature. Allow the contents of the skillet to bake for approximately 25 to 30 minutes. You are looking for the chicken to be completely cooked and to have reached an internal temperature of 165° F (74° C).
5. Baked Teriyaki Chicken
Baked Teriyaki Chicken
showcases juicy chicken thighs enveloped in a delectable, from-scratch teriyaki sauce. The sauce is made from soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ginger and coats the chicken in a thick, shiny glaze.
This is an exceedingly simple dish and one that can be made any time of day.
Ingredients
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup water
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
4-6 chicken thighs
Instructions
1. Prepare your oven by heating it to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
3. Mix the cornstarch with the sauce and stir until it begins to thicken. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Put the chicken thighs in a baking dish, pour not only the teriyaki sauce but also the shoyu sauce over them, and bake for not only 35 minutes but also for 5 more minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is bubbly.
6. Pesto Baked Chicken Breast
Pesto Baked Chicken Breast is a simple dish that showcases chicken breasts slathered with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and shredded mozzarella cheese. This is a real straightforward dish with not a lot of components to it, but every component really packs a punch when it comes to flavor.
I mean, whoa. If you like those flavors and you like simple, weeknight dinner ideas, this is definitely one to keep in your repertoire.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Use a light hand greasing a baking dish with olive oil.
2. The baking dish is now prepared, and it is time to season the chicken. The chicken breasts receive a generous coating of salt and pepper. After that, I place them in the baking dish, ready for the oven.
3. Evenly spread the pesto on every chicken breast. Half the cherry tomatoes and put them on top.
4. Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the cheese has turned golden brown and is bubbling.
7. Cajun Spice Baked Chicken
Cajun Spice Baked Chicken
is a delicious supper that stars boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts. Seasoned with a delightful mixture of Cajun spices, sharp garlic powder, and sweet paprika, this chicken is baked, served with lemon wedges for a tart counterpoint to its savory goodness.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a big bowl, mix together the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken in the bowl so that it is evenly coated with the spice mix.
3. Place the chicken in a baking dish in a single layer. Place in the oven that has been preheated to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
4. Serve alongside lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
8. Moroccan-Spiced Baked Chicken
Chicken thighs, skin-on and bone-in, are the stars of Moroccan-Spiced Baked Chicken. They’re flavored with a blend of olive oil, cumin, coriander, ginger, and cinnamon—not your average chicken spices.
And while you can certainly make this with skinless and boneless pieces of chicken, you really ought to use skin-on, bone-in, and dark meat for best flavor. This is the kind of dish that seduces you with the fragrance of spices and their seductive aromas.
Cumin makes you swoon. Cinnamon gives you the warm fuzzies.
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Your oven should be set to 400°F (200°C) for preheating.
2. In a tiny dish, blend the extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt and pepper to make a paste.
3. Evenly rub the mixture of spices all over the chicken thighs, being sure to coat both sides.
4. Put the chicken on a baking sheet and bake it for 35 to 40 minutes or until it is cooked through and the skin is crispy. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Harissa Baked Chicken
Harissa Baked Chicken
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Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons harissa paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lemon, juiced and zested
3 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to preheat.
2. In a big bowl, blend the harissa paste with the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and finely minced garlic. Then add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Place the chicken thighs in the bowl and make sure they are coated thoroughly with the marinade. Allow them to sit in the marinade for a minimum of half an hour, or for up to 12 hours in the refrigerator, which gives the best taste results. 30 minutes to 12 hours of marinating time.
4. Put the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet, skin-side up. Roast them in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until they are cooked through and the skin is crispy and golden brown. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Orange and Fennel Baked Chicken
Baked Chicken with Orange and Fennel combines juicy, skin-on chicken thighs with sliced fennel that has been infused with fresh orange zest and juice, garlic, and olive oil. The dish is a perfect choice for a warming meal; succulence and flavor are at its very core.
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
1 large orange, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare your oven by heating it to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a big bowl, mix the orange juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and fennel and toss to coat thoroughly.
3. Move the mixture of chicken and fennel to a dish for baking, placing the chicken on top of the slices of fennel.
4. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, and the fennel is tender. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
