Easy Cheesy Chicken Breasts
Satisfy your cravings with this Easy Cheesy Chicken Breasts recipe—a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights! With tender chicken breasts rubbed in a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and olive oil, this recipe delivers mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Topped with a gooey combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, these chicken breasts bake to perfection in just 25 minutes. The addition of fresh parsley as a garnish adds a touch of brightness to this comforting dish. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, this low-carb, high-protein recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Serve it with a fresh salad or your favorite side for a complete and satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, coating both sides.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, spaced evenly apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
While the chicken is baking, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
Remove the chicken breasts from the oven after 20 minutes and sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the top of each piece.
Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden, and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.4 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 672 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 3980 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 250.9 g | 502% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1120 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 107 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
