Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts coated in a savory Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, baked until golden and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a crowd-pleasing meal that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (such as basil or oregano)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Mix well.
- Dip each chicken breast in olive oil, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from oven, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Return to the oven for 5-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense garlic flavor, use freshly minced garlic instead of garlic powder.
- Marinating the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a few hours can enhance the flavors.
- Oven temperatures can vary, so always check the chicken’s internal temperature for doneness.
- Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or cheddar for a variation.
- This dish is best enjoyed hot, immediately after baking.
- To make this gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- You can prepare the chicken and breadcrumb mixture ahead of time, then bake just 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: 20g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: N/A