Description
These Baked Cheesy Chicken Breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. Tender chicken breasts coated in a cheesy breadcrumb mixture and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 (6-7 oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheesy Breadcrumb Coating:
- 1 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×12 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Prepare the breadcrumb mixture: In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs and cheeses.
- Melt the butter: In a small pan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion powder and garlic powder.
- Coat the chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dip each breast in butter mixture, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake: Place chicken in the dish, sprinkle extra breadcrumbs, drizzle butter mixture, and bake for 35-45 minutes.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Breadcrumbs: Can use Panko or crushed butter crackers.
- Cheese: Sharp white cheddar or yellow cheddar.
- Chicken: Ensure even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Serving ideas: Pair with rice, polenta, or potatoes. Add a side salad or steamed veggies. Serve sliced over salad or in a wrap.
- Leftovers: Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
