Description
This Effortless Chicken Garlic Parmesan recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a savory garlic Parmesan crust, baked to perfection, and served with your favorite side dishes. It’s a family-friendly dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your weekly rotation.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the chicken: In a shallow dish, mix together the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Coat each chicken breast in the mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy your delicious Chicken Garlic Parmesan!
Notes
- You can customize the seasoning by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the breadcrumb mixture.
- For extra indulgence, top the baked chicken with a drizzle of melted butter before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
