Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy way to prepare juicy chicken breasts with a crispy, flavorful coating. Baked to perfection, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlic Butter Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Make the Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, melted butter, and minced garlic.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the garlic butter mixture, then press into the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken breasts in the baking dish. Drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispy texture, broil the chicken for the last 2–3 minutes of baking.
- You can also slice the chicken and serve it over pasta or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
