Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake – Juicy chicken smothered in garlic parmesan cheese, baked to perfection. Easy, delicious, and family-friendly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds/900g)
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened
- 5 cloves garlic, minced (about 1½ tablespoons)
- 1 cup (100g) freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup (55g) panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Oven and Chicken Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While it’s heating, prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels—this helps the garlic butter stick better and promotes browning. If the breasts are uneven in thickness, place them between plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet until they reach an even ¾-inch thickness. Transfer the chicken to a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Step 2: Create the Garlic Butter Mixture In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, half of the parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning. Mix until thoroughly combined and creamy. Using your fingers or a small spatula, evenly distribute this garlic butter mixture over the top of each chicken breast, making sure to cover the entire surface.
- Step 3: Add the Crispy Topping In a separate bowl, combine the remaining parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, and the remaining Italian seasoning. Mix well, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the butter-topped chicken, pressing gently to adhere. This creates that irresistible crispy crust that makes Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake so special.
- Step 4: Bake to Perfection Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the topping is golden brown and crispy. If you want an extra-golden topping, switch the oven to broil for the final 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Step 5: Rest and Serve Remove the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring maximum tenderness. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a bright finish, both in flavor and appearance, before serving hot.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 136mg