How to Bake Frozen Chicken Breast

lifting one piece of baked chicken breast with a spoon.

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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

Cook Time40

Course: Main Course, Main Dish, Poultry

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 198kcal

Author: Adina

Equipment

Baking dish

Ingredients

4 frozen chicken breasts boneless, skinless, each one 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.
2 tablespoons oil + 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning + 4 frozen chicken breasts
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

Seasoning: Use your favorite ready-made chicken seasoning, spices, or spice mixtures. You can also use this Dry Rub for Wings, too.
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. Doneness: 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).

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