Step 1

Heat oven to 450°F.

Step 2

Toss chicken with olive oil.

Step 3

Stir together the rub and sprinkle over chicken breasts. Turn chicken breasts until completely coated in rub.

Step 4

Place on sturdy baking sheet, leaving 1-2 inches between the chicken breasts.

Step 5

Bake for 10 minutes. Flip and return to the oven. Bake chicken for total time according to size of chicken breast: 5 oz (12-15 min), 7 oz (15-20 min), 10 oz (20-25 min), or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Step 6

Remove from oven and cover with a baking dish for 5-10 minutes.

Step 7

Remove baking dish and transfer to a cutting board. Cut against the grain and serve.

Step 8

Baked chicken breast may be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for 1 month.