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Pink Salt Chicken Breast Recipe 5 Easy Steps for Juicy Healthy Dinner

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A simple and reliable recipe using pink salt to make juicy, flavorful, and healthy chicken breasts in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal prep and clean ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces / 170g each), thick-cut if possible
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) pink salt (curing salt, Prague powder #1)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (optional: chopped rosemary or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle pink salt evenly over each breast, then add black pepper and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat every side.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and add fresh herbs if using. Toss again to form a light coating.
  4. Place a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet and lay the chicken breasts on top. If no rack, place directly on a lined baking sheet and plan to flip halfway through cooking.
  5. Bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 15–18 minutes. Start checking internal temperature at 12 minutes using a meat thermometer. Chicken is done at 160°F (71°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

[‘Use pink salt (curing salt) instead of table salt to retain moisture and enhance juiciness.’, ‘Do not skip the resting step after baking to allow juices to redistribute.’, ‘Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking; chicken is done at 160°F (71°C).’, ‘Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking and proper texture.’, ‘Try different herbs like rosemary, thyme, oregano, or smoked paprika for flavor variations.’, ‘For a lighter version, reduce olive oil and add a splash of chicken broth before baking.’, ‘Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently in a skillet with water or broth to maintain moisture.’, ‘Freezing cooked chicken with pink salt is not recommended as it may affect texture.’]

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