Description
A delightful dish of chicken breasts coated in rich garlic butter and parmesan cheese, baked to perfection for a juicy and savory experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts, boneless and skinless
- 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.
- Melt the garlic butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to an oven-safe baking dish.
- Coat the tops of the chicken with grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Chicken can be prepped in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. For a lighter version, consider skinless chicken thighs or plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg