Quick Easy Garlic Chicken with Parmesan
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Quick Easy Garlic Chicken with Parmesan, a flavorful recipe that combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with the irresistible aroma of garlic and the rich, savory taste of Parmesan cheese. In just 30 minutes, including prep and cook time, you’ll have a deliciously juicy main dish that’s baked to perfection in your oven. Seasoned with Italian herbs and a touch of salt and pepper, this dish is elevated by a simple, fragrant garlic sauté before being topped generously with Parmesan. It’s a fuss-free recipe perfect for busy nights, yet elegant enough to impress guests. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve with a crisp green salad, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Ideal for those seeking quick chicken recipes, easy garlic chicken options, or baked Parmesan chicken delights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs total) Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. If they are thick, slice them horizontally to create uniform thickness for even cooking.
Rub both sides of the chicken breasts with the salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for 2 minutes per side, just until golden brown. Remove from heat.
Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
Bake the chicken in the oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Once done, remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 2–3 minutes.
Garnish the garlic parmesan chicken with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 598 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 1088 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 219.4 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1774 mg | 38% | |
*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.
