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Parmesan Herb Chicken
Parmesan Herb Chicken combines juicy chicken breasts with a simple yet tasty mix of butter, Parmesan, and herbs, baked until golden and delicious. It's an easy and reliable choice for a family dinner, especially when you're short on time but still want a meal that's full of flavor.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 398 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes if you're using them. Stir to create a fragrant herb butter.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season them generously with salt and pepper. Lay the chicken breasts in a baking dish and spoon the Parmesan herb butter mixture over each one, spreading it evenly.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Once done, let the chicken rest for a few minutes to reabsorb those lovely juices.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and perhaps a little extra Parmesan before serving.
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Notes
- For Thicker Sauce: If you prefer more sauce, double the butter and Parmesan mixture.
- Herb Variations: Feel free to experiment with different herbs; rosemary or Italian seasoning can add a new twist.
- Cheese Options: If you don't have Parmesan, try Asiago or Grana Padano for a similar flavor.
- Leftover Storage: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to retain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
398kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
28g
(43%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
120mg
(40%)
Sodium
538mg
(22%)
Potassium
475mg
(14%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.3g
(1%)
Vitamin A
673IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
327mg
(33%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 398
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 398kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 538mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 475mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 673IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 327mg | 33% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.