Bake Frozen Chicken Breast
This easy oven-baked frozen chicken breast recipe gives you juicy, crispy chicken straight from the freezer — no thawing required!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Instant Read Thermometer
- Mixing bowl
- Brush or Spoon
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs panko crumbs turn out way better, if you have them
- 1 Tbsp. cooking oil olive oil, vegetable oil, etc.
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 4 frozen boneless skinless chicken breasts 5–7 ounces each, frozen individually
- 4 tsp. mustard yellow or dijon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly oil a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Place the frozen chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread or brush 1 teaspoon of mustard over each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top, pressing gently to help it stick to the mustard.
- Bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 30–40 minutes.
Notes
Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure your chicken is perfectly cooked. For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or paprika to the breadcrumbs.
