Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Printer-Friendly)

Tender baked chicken bathed in flavorful garlic butter and Parmesan sauce for a simple, delicious meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheese and Dairy

01 - 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Proteins

03 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved to make 8 cutlets

→ Oils and Fats

04 - 1 tablespoon avocado oil

→ Fresh Produce

05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice

→ Seasonings and Condiments

08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
15 - 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Steps to Make This:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
02 - In a bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, honey, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined and set aside.
03 - Place chicken cutlets on a parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking sheet. Drizzle lemon juice and avocado oil over both sides. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper evenly on each side, ensuring the chicken is fully coated.
04 - Spread the prepared garlic Parmesan sauce evenly over each seasoned chicken cutlet using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon.
05 - Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
06 - If desired, broil the chicken on high for 1 to 2 minutes until the top turns golden brown. Watch closely to prevent burning.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Chicken can be prepared and sauce made up to 24 hours in advance. Combine and bake when ready.
02 - Substitute chicken breasts with tenders or thighs; always ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
03 - Alternative cheeses like Asiago, Pecorino Romano, or mozzarella may be used instead of Parmesan.
04 - Avocado oil or light olive oil can replace butter for a dairy-free option.
05 - This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, steamed broccoli, or garden salad.
06 - Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
07 - Air fryer method: cook at 375°F for 10–15 minutes, checking that chicken reaches 165°F internally.

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