Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until about ½ inch thick; season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and minced garlic.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast, then coat them in the cheese mixture until evenly covered.
- Place the coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Let rest for five minutes before serving with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken in spices or herbs before coating to enhance flavor. Experiment with different cheeses or add spices like chili flakes for extra heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warm.