How Long To Bake Frozen Chicken Breast At 375?

The likelihood is that you currently have some frozen chicken breast in your freezer for future use, specifically for those hectic weeknights when you forget to thaw anything and need to make dinner in the next hour. Here’s the surprising thing about frozen chicken breast: You can take it straight from the freezer to the oven and cook it up in under an hour. What’s that, you say? No way to thaw and cook chicken breast in under an hour?

This expedient can be tasty with a drizzle of olive oil and a protective crumb coating in addition to being secure. Your Wednesday night dinner rush is about to be saved.

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F/ 180°C and lightly grease or spray a baking dish with oil.
2. Season: Mix the oil and spices in a small bowl. …
3. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until cooked through; the internal temperature should be 165°F/ 74°C (Notes 2,3).
4. Rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Is It Safe to Cook Chicken from Frozen?

The USDA claims that you can safely cook frozen chicken breast as long as you abide by a few guidelines. First, make sure to allow your chicken to cook for at least twice as long as it would if it were thawed. For instance, a recipe that calls for cooking chicken for 20 minutes when it is thawed will take about 40 minutes to prepare when the chicken is still frozen. Second, never use this method with a large lump of chicken that has been frozen together; rather, use individual chicken pieces that can be spread out into an even layer to cook safely. Finally, check that the breasts have reached 165°F using an instant-read thermometer as you would with any chicken dish.

Additionally, chicken cooked from frozen is still delicious and will have the tender chicken texture we expect from breasts thanks to a few pantry staples. Although it won’t be as juicy as chicken that has properly thawed, it also won’t be inedible rubber.

This recipe calls for 1 1/2 pounds of chicken breast. This is 4 to 6 chicken breasts, depending on their size.

These chicken breasts cook at 425°F for 30 to 40 minutes. The chicken is done when it reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Make sure you’ve got heavy-duty aluminum foil on hand for this recipe.

Roasting Is the Secret to Chicken Breasts from Frozen

After experimenting with a few methods, I can say that oven roasting is the quickest and most dependable way to prepare chicken breasts from frozen. The chicken breasts are cooked as quickly and efficiently as possible from all sides thanks to the high heat of the oven and the placement of the breasts in a single, even layer. The only drawback to roasting may be that it leaves a chicken breast unadorned, but fortunately, we also have a delicious fix for that.

Four Key Steps to Cooking Chicken from Frozen

Make a tasty topping. For this recipe, we’re using breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan, paired with some seasonings like garlic powder, salt, and pepper. You could also swap the breadcrumbs for almond meal.

Coat the chicken breast in olive oil. Or butter or ghee. I think yogurt or mayo would work well too, but at the very least you need some fat to protect the chicken breast from drying out on the exterior while the interior cooks to the correct temperature.

Spread the chicken breast out into an even layer with plenty of space between them. This ensures the pieces cook evenly from all sides. Also, if you want to add some quick-cooking vegetables (say, cherry tomatoes) to the sheet pan, be sure to add them after the first half of cooking is complete.

Make sure it’s done! Because we’re cooking the breasts from frozen, it’s super important that the chicken reaches an internal temp of 165°F.

Serving Chicken Breast Cooked from Frozen

Here is my go-to trick for serving these frozen chicken breasts: cook some pasta and toss it with your preferred jarred sauce while the chicken breasts bake. As a sort of weeknight chicken Parmesan, serve the chicken breasts sliced on top of the pasta. As an alternative to the drive-thru you were contemplating on the way home, you could simply slice the chicken breasts and serve them with some roasted broccoli and ranch dressing. This method will be a miracle meal winner.

How To Cook Chicken Breast from Frozen

shellfish-free

low-carb

fish-free

alcohol-free

peanut-free

pork-free

sugar-conscious

tree-nut-free

soy-free

egg-free

red-meat-free

Per serving, based on 6 servings. (% daily value)

Calories 376

Fat 22.1 g (33.9%)

Saturated 6.1 g (30.4%)

Carbs 3.6 g (1.2%)

Fiber 0.2 g (0.9%)

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 38.6 g (77.2%)

Sodium 207.8 mg (8.7%)

1/2 finely grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce)

1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

2 tablespoons olive oil

6 individually frozen chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds total)

Heat the oven and prepare a baking pan. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil.

Mix together the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and garlic powder. Place the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and garlic powder in a small bowl and stir with a fork to combine.

Coat the chicken in the crumb mixture. Coat the top of each chicken breast with about a teaspoon of olive oil. Sprinkle generously with the crumb mixture, then pat and press to make sure the coating sticks.

Roast the chicken uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes. Roast the chicken breast uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes. I know that seems like quite the range, but smaller, thinner breasts cook more quickly. Start checking the chicken for doneness at about 25 minutes.

Test for doneness. Insert a probe thermometer into the thickest part of the breast, probing from the side rather than the top if possible. Be sure to check every single breast before removing it from the pan to a plate to rest; you want an internal temperature of 165°F in the thickest part.

Cool before serving. Cool the chicken for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Storage: Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in an airtight container.

FAQ

How long does it take to bake chicken breasts at 375?

1. Large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked in a 375°F oven should take 20 to 30 minutes.
2. Large bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts cooked in a 375°F oven should take 35 to 40 minutes.

How long does it take to bake frozen chicken breasts?

1. 30 to 45 minutes for frozen boneless chicken breasts weighing 4 to 6 ounces.
2. 45 to 60 minutes for frozen chicken breasts (bone-in) weighing 6 to 8 ounces.

Can I bake chicken breast from frozen?

It’s great news that the USDA says it is completely safe, but keep in mind that cooking frozen chicken takes about 1.5 times longer than cooking thawed chicken.

What temperature should I cook frozen chicken breast?

Step 4: Bake Depending on the temperature of your oven, baking a typical-sized frozen chicken breast (5-7 oz) could take 40 to 45 minutes. We advise using 400°F, which is hotter than what some recipes might specify.