Baked Chicken Breast


Instructions

  1. Pound 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts to even tickness.
  2. Brine in 1 quart room temperature water with 1/4 cup salt for 15-30 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken from brine and rinse and pat dry.
  4. Preheat oven to 450F, season chicken with salt, pepper, and rub with olive oil or butter.
  5. Bake 15-18 minutes until done (165F).
  6. Remove and let rest under tented foil for 5-10 minutes before cutting.