Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake is a comforting and delicious meal that features juicy chicken breasts coated in a savory Parmesan and garlic breadcrumb mixture, baked until golden and tender. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and is sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub it in.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Press the breadcrumb mixture onto the chicken breasts until well-coated.
- Pour heavy cream around the chicken in the baking dish, ensuring the chicken stays moist.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for a more robust flavor.
- Marinate the chicken for extra flavor if time permits.
- Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste, adding red pepper flakes for a kick.
- Let the dish rest after baking for juicier chicken.
- This dish can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or chili powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to the baking dish.
- For an even creamier sauce, mix cream cheese or sour cream into the heavy cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish can be frozen before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and bake as directed.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through, covering with foil if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: N/A