Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken is an irresistible dish featuring juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a crispy, golden crust infused with rich garlic and savory Parmesan. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this flavorful meal is sure to impress your family and friends. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a comforting, aromatic dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in a lightly greased baking dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, dried oregano, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Spoon the garlic mixture over each chicken breast, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 135mg