Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Baked Chicken
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
3 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves
(minced)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Cheese Topping:
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Prepare the Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on both sides
.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly golden. Remove and set aside
.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant
.
Stir in lemon juice and Italian seasoning, and simmer for 1 minute
.
Assemble and Bake:
Place the seared chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the chicken
.
Top each chicken breast with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses
.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 75°C/165°F) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Garnish and Serve:
Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley
.
Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or roasted veggies
.
This cheesy garlic butter chicken is juicy, flavorful, and so easy to make. A perfect dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
