Description
A flavorful chicken dish coated in garlic butter and parmesan cheese, offering a deliciously crispy exterior and juicy interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup garlic butter
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt the garlic butter over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and coat generously with parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate chicken earlier in the day. Adjust cooking time if using chicken thighs or air frying. Don’t skip the searing step for added moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken, garlic, parmesan, easy dinner, comfort food