Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake is a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a rich, creamy garlic sauce and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers a delightful flavor experience in just one pan. With its quick preparation and kid-friendly taste, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your table. Serve it alongside fresh vegetables or comforting sides for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
- Spread the sauce mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of the coated chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like basil or thyme. Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter version. You can add vegetables such as broccoli or spinach into the baking dish before adding the sauce for an extra nutrition boost.