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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a flavorful, crispy baked chicken dish bursting with garlic and cheesy Parmesan flavor. It's a comforting meal that's easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 600 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 4 pieces.
  • 90 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese Approximately 3/4 cup.
  • 60 g Panko breadcrumbs About 1 heaping cup.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 60 g unsalted butter Approximately 1/4 cup.
  • 15 ml olive oil About 1 tablespoon.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Oregano, basil, thyme mixture.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 2 shallow bowls
  • 1 tongs
  • 1 grater for Parmesan
  • 1 small saucepan
  • 1 brush
  • 1 meat thermometer optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, half of the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs in a shallow bowl.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil and the rest of the minced garlic. Stir gently for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  4. Pour the melted butter mixture into another shallow bowl.
  5. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dip each breast first in the butter mixture, coating all sides, then in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres.
  6. Arrange coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 75°C/165°F).
  8. If desired, turn the oven broiler on for the last 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
  9. Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let rest for 3–4 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts; adjust cooking time as needed.
For a lighter version, use less butter and opt for whole wheat breadcrumbs.
Serve with a squeeze of lemon, over a salad, or alongside roasted vegetables.