Description
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a flavorful garlic butter sauce and melted cheeses. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic Butter and Cheese:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Sear the chicken: In a skillet, sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown.
- Make the garlic butter: Add butter and garlic to the skillet, then spoon over the chicken.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the chicken.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until chicken is cooked and cheese is melted.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
- Chicken thighs can be used as a substitute for a juicier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
