Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a delightful dish that brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table. With juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy garlic and parmesan crust, this recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or impressing guests during special occasions. The aromatic blend of garlic and cheese will fill your kitchen with an irresistible scent, making it hard to resist seconds. Enjoy this dish alongside pasta, vegetables, or on its own for a satisfying protein-packed meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in melted butter, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg