Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake
A quick and delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake that is creamy and crunchy, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
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 greased dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smoothly combined.
- Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, coating them completely.
- If using breadcrumbs, combine them with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. You can also try different hard cheeses or add spinach for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg