Baked Chicken Breasts

Baked Chicken Breasts

Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: California, Simple
Keyword: Basics, Chicken, Meat
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 184kcal

Ingredients

Brine

  • 6 cups water
  • 3 tbsp kosher salt
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 tbsp seasoning

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of room temperature water and the salt. Stir until the salt is dissolved.
  • Add the chicken breasts, making sure they are fully submerged. Brine for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours. (Cover and refrigerate if brining for more than 30 minutes.)
  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees and line a sheet pan or large baking dish with parchment paper. While the oven heats, remove the chicken breasts from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels, discarding the brine. Place the chicken breasts on the prepared pan. Drizzle generously with olive oil, flipping chicken so both sides are coated. Sprinkle with the dried oregano, garlic powder, paprika, if using, and some black pepper.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breasts reaches 165 degrees. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing into the chicken and serving.

Notes

5 servings

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 1517mg | Potassium: 484mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 5mg
Nutrition Facts
Baked Chicken Breasts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 58mg19%
Sodium 1517mg66%
Potassium 484mg14%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 0.5g1%
Protein 20g40%
Vitamin A 228IU5%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 203mg20%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

These are incredible. I highly recommend making them! You can fit about 4 medium to large ones on one sheet pan.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, California
Keyword: Basics, Inspired by New York Times, Leftovers, Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 354kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large sweet potatoes
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Scrub the sweet potatoes. Cut them in half, lengthwise.
  • Place on a foil-covered sheet pan. Drizzle with avocado oil and salt and mix it up to cover the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
  • Put the sheet pan in the oven. Heat to 425°F (after you place the pan into the oven). Bake for 30-45 minutes until softened and the bottom is blackened and caramelized some.

Notes

Makes 4 servings

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1350mg | Potassium: 1146mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 48236IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Sodium 1350mg59%
Potassium 1146mg33%
Carbohydrates 68g23%
Fiber 10g42%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 48236IU965%
Vitamin C 8mg10%
Calcium 103mg10%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ranchish Dressing (Vegan)

This isn’t exactly ranch dressing. It’s a different thing, but it’s nonetheless good and non-dairy. And it’s very quick to make.

Ranchish Dressing (Vegan)

Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: California, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: Basics, Sauces
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 138kcal

Ingredients

  • 1½ cup raw cashews
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried chives
  • 1 tsp dried dill

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.

Notes

About 8 servings

Nutrition

Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 428IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition Facts
Ranchish Dressing (Vegan)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Sodium 151mg7%
Potassium 190mg5%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 428IU9%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 19mg2%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.