Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake
A quick and satisfying weeknight meal featuring tender chicken breasts baked in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Dairy-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Whisk together the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Optionally, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle them over the top of the chicken.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through at an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Ensure chicken breasts are even-sized for consistent cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg