Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Indulge in this savory Garlic Parmesan Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy garlic-Parmesan crust. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Make the Coating: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each seasoned chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F).
- Serve With Style: Allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 140g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in flour and egg before coating. Customize with crushed red pepper flakes for heat or sautéed spinach for additional greens.