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close up view of chopped cooked chicken with a fork sticking in one of the pieces.

Batch-Cooked Chicken

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Tender, juicy batch-cooked chicken breast recipe perfect for meal prep. Freezer-friendly, versatile, and ready in 30 minutes.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 to 8 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Optional: A few lemon slices or sprigs of rosemary to tuck underneath the chicken for extra flavor

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Arrange chicken breasts on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle generously with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the thickest part of each piece reaches 165°F.
  • Rest for 10 minutes before slicing or cubing. This helps the chicken stay tender and juicy.
  • Store in glass containers:
  • Refrigerate 1–2 containers for use this week.
  • Freeze the rest in portions that suit your meals.

Notes

To Reheat:
Warm gently in a skillet with a splash of broth or water, or microwave in 30-second intervals, covered with a damp paper towel.
Course: Chicken
Servings: 6 meals