Description
A delicious and easy recipe for garlic parmesan chicken with a crispy cheese coating and aromatic garlic flavor that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pieces (1.5 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves, minced fresh garlic cloves
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper
- Make Coating: Mix Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken breasts completely dry and season both sides with salt and pepper
- Apply Oil: Drizzle olive oil over chicken, ensuring even coverage on all surfaces
- Coat Chicken: Press cheese mixture firmly onto each breast, creating thick, even coating
- Bake: Place on baking sheet and bake 25-30 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F
- Rest: Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for uniform cooking and tender results
- Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-grated for better flavor and coating adhesion
- Let chicken come to room temperature 15 minutes before cooking for even heating
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container and always reheat to 165°F before serving
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 chicken breast)
- Calories: 385 calories
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, baked chicken, easy chicken recipe, parmesan crusted chicken, healthy dinner