Description
A golden, crispy baked chicken dish with tangy garlic-Parmesan sauce. This modern comfort food combines bold Italian-American flavors with kitchen efficiency, ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights or family dinners with a vibrant, herby finish.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap, flatten to 1/2-inch thickness
In a bowl, mix Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, chili flakes, salt, and pepper
Coat chicken evenly with the Parmesan mixture, patting to adhere
Drizzle olive oil over the top
Bake for 20 minutes
Switch oven to broil, return dish to oven for 2-3 minutes until golden brown
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal melting
Temper chicken layers for maximum sauce absorption
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg