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How to Bake Frozen Chicken Breast

Learn how to bake frozen chicken breast in the oven: it’s quick, easy, and delicious. The perfect dinner solution if you forgot to thaw the chicken.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course, Main Dish, Poultry
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 198kcal
Author: Adina

Equipment

  • Baking dish

Ingredients

  • 4 frozen chicken breasts about 8 oz/ 225 g
  • 2 tablespoons oil olive or vegetable oil + a bit extra for greasing the dish
  • 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning Note 1

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F/ 180°C and lightly grease or spray a baking dish with oil.
  • Season: Mix the oil and spices in a small bowl. Brush the chicken breasts all over with the mixture. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 35-45 minutes or until cooked through; the internal temperature should be 165°F/ 74°C (Notes 2,3).
  • Rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  1. Use your favorite ready-made chicken seasoning or spices or spice mixtures.
  2. The cooking time depends on the size of the chicken pieces and the oven. 
  • Small (4-6 oz/ 110-170 g): 30-40 minutes
  • Medium (about 8 oz/ 225 g): 35-45 minutes
  • Larger than that: 45-55 minutes.
3. Make sure to check that the meat is cooked through before serving. Use an instant-read thermometer; the internal temperature of the chicken should be 165°F/74°C. If you don’t have one, make a small cut into the thickest part of the breast; the juices should run clear, and the flesh should be white (no traces of pink or red).

Nutrition

Serving: 1breast | Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg