Cast Iron Baked Bone In Chicken Breast

Make a delicious baked chicken breast with the bone in using this simple Cast Iron Baked Bone In Chicken Breast recipe! Crisp the skin in the skillet then transfer the split chicken breast to the oven to finish roasting with some carrots.

What is split chicken breast?

Split chicken breast is a chicken breast with the bone and skin still attached. Many times split chicken breasts are also called bone in chicken breast.

Why is it called split chicken breast? When it comes from a whole chicken the two breasts are connect at the breast bone so when they are cut apart they become split breasts.

Most recipes call for boneless skinless chicken breasts, but I actually love to cook this split chicken breast recipe to make juicy chicken with crispy skin. I first sear the breasts skin side down and then I bake them with some carrots until they are cooked through.

What should I serve with baked bone in chicken breast?

There are so many wonderful ways to serve these juicy and tender oven baked chicken breasts.

• Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Kale Caesar Salad
• Grilled Caesar Salad Recipe

What kitchen tools will I need to make this baked chicken breast with bone in?

• Cast iron skillet or other heavy bottom, oven safe skillet
• Measuring spoons and measuring cups
• Sharp knife and cutting board for preparing the carrots
• Tongs for flipping your bone in chicken breast
• Meat thermometer for testing the internal temperature of the chicken breast

What ingredients will I need to make this split chicken breast recipe?

You will be amazed at how easy it is to make this baked chicken breast bone in with a few basic ingredients. I roast my split chicken breasts with carrots because I think they compliment the flavor of the chicken nicely.

You could also roast your chicken breasts on their own or with another root vegetable like parsnips.

• Split chicken breasts (bone in skin on chicken breast)
• Large carrots
• Coarse sea salt
• Fresh cracked black pepper
• Oil
• Butter
• Dried or fresh thyme

Can I make this recipe with chicken thighs?

Yes! Just use chicken thighs with the bone in and skin on them. Cook them according to the recipe instructions, but they may cook faster so check the internal temperature after 15 minutes of baking.

How to cook split chicken breast

Step 1: Season bone in chicken breast

To begin, preheat oven to 425F. Peel carrots and slice into 1/2″ thick rounds and set aside.

Then, pat split chicken breasts dry and season on top and bottom with coarse sea salt and cracked black pepper.

Step 2: Sear split chicken breast

Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet or other oven safe skillet over med-high heat. When the oil is warm add the breasts to the pan skin side down to sear.

Then, sear until the skin is crispy and brown, about 5 minutes. Next, flip the breasts and cook on the other side for 3 minutes.

Remove the skillet from the heat and the chicken from the skillet. Add the cut carrots into the skillet with cubed butter on top.

Then, sprinkle thyme on the carrots and add the chicken back into the pan skin side up.

Step 3: Bake chicken and carrots in the oven

Place skillet in the oven to bake at 425F for 25-27 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken breast has reached 165F.

Finally, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing.

How long will this baked chicken breast bone in keep in the fridge?

Allow the chicken breast to cool completely. Then, transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

I do not like to reheat split chicken breast. I prefer to slice the leftover chicken down and enjoy it cold on salads or in wraps.

Check out these other healthy chicken recipes!

• Easy Pan Seared Chicken Breast
• Cast Iron Chicken Thighs
• Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on Instagram!

Recipe

Cast Iron Baked Bone In Chicken Breast

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Bone in baked chicken breast seared in a cast iron skillet and then baked in the oven with carrots.

Recipe By: Madeline

Prep: 10 minutesCook: 35 minutesTotal: 45 minutes

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Ingredients

• 2 bone in skin on chicken breasts (split chicken breasts)
• 4 large carrots
• 1 tsp coarse sea salt
• 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 2 tbsp salted butter
• 1 tsp dried thyme

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425F. Peel carrots and slice into 1/2″ thick rounds and set aside. Pat split chicken breasts dry and season on top and bottom with coarse sea salt and cracked black pepper.
2. Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet or other oven safe skillet over med-high heat. When the oil is warm add the breasts to the pan skin side down to sear. Sear until the skin is crispy and brown about 5 minutes, then flip the breasts and cook on the other side for 3 minutes.
3. Remove the skillet from the heat and the chicken from the skillet. Add the cut carrots into the skillet with cubed butter on top. Sprinkle thyme on the carrots and add the chicken back into the pan skin side up.
4. Place skillet in the oven to bake at 425F for 25-27 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken breast has reached 165F. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing.

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