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simple baked mesquite chicken
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Simple Baked Mesquite Chicken

Dinner or meal prep does not have to be complicated!  Try this simple baked mesquite chicken for a healthy chicken dish made in one pan and full of smokey, peppery flavor!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword baked mesquite chicken, easy baked chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 154kcal
Author Kelli Shallal MPH RD

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Spray bottom of casserole dish with cooking spray. Remove excess fat from chicken and place in dish.
  • Sprinkle with seasonings, top with onion and garlic.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, check to make sure chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165F.

Notes

It really is that easy - I hope this recipe gives you the confidence to try different seasonings!

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 3mg