Bone-in Chicken Breast Recipe

Sliced, bone-in chicken breast placed on a white platter.

5 from 5 votes

Bone-in Chicken Breast Recipe

This Bone-in Chicken Breast recipe delivers crispy skin and tender, juicy meat! Cooking with the bone-in locks in flavor, making it the best chicken breast you’ll ever taste.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Calories: 522kcal

Author: Andrea

Ingredients

1 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts or turkey breast
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 tsp. each lemon zest and lemon juice
1/2 tsp. coarse kosher sea salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. freshly chopped herbs sage, thyme, rosemary, parsley
1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Gently separate the skin from the meat with your fingers. Spread the butter underneath and over the skin. Then, spread the herbs and seasonings underneath and over the skin.
Place in the oven and roast for 30-45 minutes, depending on the size. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness; it should read 155 degrees Fahrenheit (68 degrees Celsius).
Remove from the oven and cover with foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow it to reach the correct temperature and seal in the juices.

Notes

To STORE Bone-in Chicken Breast Recipe, let it cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Wrapping it well in plastic wrap or foil helps retain moisture. You can FREEZE it for up to 2 months by tightly wrapping the chicken in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then placing it in a freezer-safe bag.

To REHEAT, thaw in the fridge overnight or use the microwave. For best results, brush the chicken with olive oil, wrap it in foil, and bake at 325°F (165°C) for about 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

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