Paleo Baked Chicken with Cheese
Savor the perfect harmony of comfort and health with this Paleo Baked Chicken with Cheese, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite! This easy baked chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a savory blend of garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and lemon juice. Topped with creamy, dairy-free nut cheese and roasted alongside sweet, blistered cherry tomatoes, it’s a delightful option for paleo and dairy-free diets. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish combines rich flavors with simple preparation. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's the perfect protein-packed dinner that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup nut cheese (such as cashew or almond cheese)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts using paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts, ensuring an even coating.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken breasts for added flavor and to keep them moist.
Top each chicken breast with about 1/4 cup of nut cheese, spreading it evenly.
Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot, with the roasted cherry tomatoes alongside the chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.4 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 917 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 684 mg | 15% | |
*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.
