Description
A simple yet elegant 3-ingredient baked chicken recipe inspired by Ina Garten — juicy, golden-brown chicken with crisp skin and deep, savory flavor. Perfect for weeknights or effortless entertaining.
Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure crisp skin.
3. Place the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan.
4. Brush each piece generously with olive oil and season all over with salt and pepper.
5. Roast for 35–40 minutes, until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
7. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice or alongside roasted vegetables, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a few sprigs of thyme or rosemary under the chicken skin.
Use this recipe as a base for salads, sandwiches, or meal prep.
If using boneless chicken, reduce baking time to 25–30 minutes to prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Ina Garten baked chicken, easy roasted chicken, 3 ingredient chicken, simple dinner