Description
A flavorful and cheesy twist on classic chicken breast, this Garlic Cheddar Chicken Breast recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or a casual get-together.
Ingredients
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For the Butter Mix:
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 2 tbsp minced garlic (or to taste)
- 2 tsp garlic powder (or to taste)
- ½ tsp seasoned salt
For the Breadcrumb Mix:
- ¾ cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, finely grated
- ½ tsp coarse black pepper (or to taste)
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Shredded cheddar cheese (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Prepare: Prepare an 11×7 inch baking pan by coating it with butter.
3. Combine: In a small mixing bowl, mix melted butter, 1 tsp garlic powder, minced garlic, and salt.
4. Combine: In a medium mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
5. Coat: Coat the chicken in the butter mix, then in the breadcrumb mix.
6. Place: Place the coated chicken in the baking dish.
7. Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes until cooked through.
8. Top: Add remaining cheddar cheese in the last 5 minutes of baking.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add some dried herbs like thyme or oregano to the breadcrumb mix.
- Serve the chicken with a side of salad or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Garlic Cheddar Chicken Breast, Baked Chicken Recipe, Cheesy Chicken Recipe
