Ingredients for Baked Chicken Breasts W Parmesan Garlic Crust
- Breadcrumbs
- Parmesan Cheese
- Garlic Cloves
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Basil
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Lemon wedges, for serving
How to Make Baked Chicken Breasts W Parmesan Garlic Crust
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and adjust oven rack to the upper-middle position.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
- Pat 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total) completely dry with paper towels. Place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil.
- Spread the basil mayonnaise mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the mayonnaise, gently pressing to adhere.
- Bake for 15-22 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chicken breast registers 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
37 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
23g
Carbs
8g
