THE VERY BEST OVEN BAKED CHICKEN BREAST

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INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 4 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup butter

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
2. Place the chicken breasts in a large zip top bag and pour the seasoning over the chicken. Shake the chicken to coat.
3. Transfer the chicken to the refrigerator (still in the bag) and marinade for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. 
4. Preheat oven to 425˚ Fahrenheit. 
5. Remove the chicken from the bag and arrange on a baking sheet lined with foil. Place 1 tablespoon butter on top of each chicken breast. 
6. Bake the chicken in the oven for 20-30 minutes (or according to the chart  above) until an instant read thermometer shows 165˚ F. 
7. Remove the chicken from the oven and cover with foil. Rest the baked chicken breasts for 10 minutes. 
8. Serve immediately or cool to room temperature, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 36 hours.

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