Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Delight is an easy and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken coated in a savory garlic and Parmesan cheese mixture, baked to golden perfection. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic.
- Dip each chicken breast into the garlic butter mixture.
- Roll each buttered chicken breast in the cheese and breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the chicken.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer, ensuring an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Adjust baking time based on chicken thickness.
- Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Let the chicken rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: N/A