Description
Loaded Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake delivers comfort right to your dinner table with zero fuss. Crispy chicken smothered in garlic and cheese makes your family meal ridiculously satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Liquids and Fats:
- ½ cup butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F and coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with 2 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Combine 1 cup breadcrumbs, ½ cup parmesan cheese, 2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper in a shallow dish for coating.
- Melt ½ cup butter in a separate bowl and mix in 2 minced garlic cloves for extra flavor.
- Submerge each chicken breast completely in the garlic butter, ensuring total coverage.
- Transfer the butter-coated chicken directly into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to create a thick, even crust.
- Arrange the breaded chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish without overcrowding.
- Pour any remaining garlic butter evenly across the chicken surfaces.
- Slide the dish into the 375°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes to lock in juices.
- Scatter ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley over the top for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Chicken thickness matters, so pound breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness for consistent cooking and tender results.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for maximum flavor and better coating adhesion on the chicken.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- If watching calories, substitute half the butter with olive oil or use a light butter alternative for the garlic butter mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg