Garlic Parmesan Chicken
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
344 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Description
The Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe begins with flattening chicken breasts to ensure they cook evenly and remain tender. These are lightly dipped in milk before being coated in a prepared mixture of Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. The chicken is placed in melted butter within a baking dish, which both crisps the coating and adds rich flavor. A sauce made from melted butter, garlic, and fresh lemon juice is spooned over the chicken, infusing it with garlic aroma and a touch of brightness from the lemon.
Throughout baking at 350°F, the chicken develops a golden, crisp crust centered on the Parmesan breadcrumb layer. The garlic butter sauce keeps the meat moist while adding savory depth. The texture strikes a balance between a crunchy exterior and juicy interior.
Served as a main dish, this chicken works well alongside vegetables, salads, or grains. Its coating and butter sauce distinguish it from plain baked chicken, bringing extra flavor without complicated steps.
For extra flavor, the notes mention the option to sprinkle additional seasonings into the breading, such as garlic powder or Italian herbs. Leftovers store well in an airtight container refrigerated up to three days, making it suitable for meal prep. A variation suggesting adding heavy cream to the sauce before finishing the bake creates a creamier dish if desired.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken breast boneless skinless halves
- 1/4 cup butter for melting in the pan, salted
For the Parmesan Breading:
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs dry
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 teaspoons parsley dried
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Milk Dip:
- 1/4 cup milk 2%
For the Butter Sauce:
- 1/4 cup butter melted, salted
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- paprika
Instructions
Flatten Chicken:
- The chicken breasts we used were large (3 chicken breasts = 2 1/3 pounds). If the chicken breasts you are using are also large cut them in half to get 6 pieces.
- Place the chicken breasts in a zippered bag. Use the side of a meat tenderizer to pound the chicken breasts to 1/2" thickness throughout so they cook evenly. 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Bread the Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Place 1/4 cup butter in a 9x13" baking dish and place it in the oven for the butter to melt while the oven heats. 1/4 cup salted butter
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Place milk in another shallow bowl. 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons dried parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 cup 2% milk
- Dip chicken in milk, then roll it in the crumb mixture. Place chicken in the baking dish with the melted butter.
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic and lemon juice. Then drizzle over the chicken, then sprinkle on the paprika. 1/4 cup salted butter, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, Paprika
- Cover the pan loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover the pan, turn the chicken and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes. The baking time will depend on the thickness of the chicken, so be sure to check it to make sure it is thoroughly cooked. The internal temperature should be 165ºF.
Notes
- Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To increase flavor, consider adding garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning to the breading mixture.
- For a creamy variation, stir 1/4 cup heavy cream into the butter sauce halfway through baking for a richer texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 344 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 206g | |
| Calories | 344kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 121mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 657mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 459mg | 10% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 595IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 3.6mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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