Description
Garlic parmesan chicken delights palates with its crispy, herb-crusted perfection. Juicy chicken breasts coated in a savory blend of garlic, parmesan, and breadcrumbs will make you crave this comforting meal again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup parsley (fresh, chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) to prepare for roasting the chicken.
- Generously coat chicken breasts with a blend of salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, creating a sizzling surface for perfect browning.
- Carefully place chicken into the hot skillet, searing each side until a golden-brown crust develops, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a temporary plate, keeping it warm and ready for the next stage.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, allowing the aromatic essence to permeate the cooking surface for about 1 minute.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, gently coating each piece with the fragrant garlic butter.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of Parmesan cheese over the chicken, creating a savory, melting topping.
- Slide the skillet into the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Remove the skillet from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, and serve immediately while hot and flavorful.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are similar in size for even cooking, preventing dry or undercooked sections.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help create a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better melting and more intense flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
- Adjust cooking time based on chicken breast thickness, checking internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 332 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg