Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake: A Deliciously Irresistible Weeknight Delight. Get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food with our mouthwatering Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake! This easy-to-make dish is a surefire way to bring the whole family together for a satisfying meal. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a creamy, garlicky Parmesan sauce and topped with a crispy, golden-brown breadcrumb crust – the perfect combination of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
2. Make the Sauce: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix these ingredients until they’re well blended and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
3. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, ensuring they’re fully coated.
4. Top with Breadcrumbs: Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the Parmesan-garlic mixture on each chicken breast, creating a delightful crunchy topping.
5. Bake to Perfection: Pop the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top. Serve hot and enjoy this delectable dish with your family and friends!
Notes
For a lighter version, you can substitute the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt or use a combination of the two. You can also try using panko breadcrumbs or almond flour instead of regular breadcrumbs for a gluten-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg