How to Cook Chicken Breasts

Step 1

1. Preheat the oven to 425˚. Brush a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.

Step 2

2. Toss the chicken in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Arrange the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Bake, rotating the pan halfway through, until the chicken is just cooked through, about 25 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a platter and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.