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Roasted Bone-In Chicken Breasts

This simple recipe makes the most tender chicken. Hot from the oven or shredded for later, it is full of flavor. Use whatever spices you have on hand, or try something new!
Course Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp. spice mixture of choice (cajun seasoning, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder italian seasoning, curry powder, etc.)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. coarse sea salt*
  • 2 tsp. olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a metal roasting rack.
  • Carefully pull back the chicken skin, keeping it still intact on the sides, and rub the breasts with spice mixture, minced garlic, and salt, making sure cover both sides.
  • Drizzle with oil and roast 34 to 45 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165°F (see note below). For a crisper skin, broil chicken for 2 to 5 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Serve immediately or cover and chill up to 5 days and use for ½sandwiches, soups, or salads. 

Notes

*If your spice mixture contains salt, reduce the salt by half or omit it altogether.
Keyword bone-in chicken, chicken breasts, easy roasted chicken, roasted chicken