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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bake

A cross-section of a baked chicken breast topped with melted, golden-brown cheese and herbs, showcasing the Garlic parmesan chicken bake.

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Make this creamy garlic parmesan chicken bake for a flavorful, simple weeknight chicken recipe. This oven baked chicken breasts dish uses minimal prep for maximum comfort food flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to create the creamy garlic sauce.
  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure they are well coated.
  5. If using, sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top of the sauce.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the sauce is bubbly.
  7. Let the cheesy garlic parmesan chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a low carb chicken bake, skip the breadcrumbs.
  • This recipe works well with chicken thighs if you prefer a richer flavor.
  • You can add a handful of fresh spinach to the sauce before baking for extra vegetables.

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