Description
This Cheddar Baked Chicken recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy, cheesy topping. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is easy to make and perfect for a delicious family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Breadcrumb Mixture:
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare coating: In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, mix cheddar cheese with a tablespoon of the breadcrumb mixture.
- Coat chicken: Dip each chicken breast in beaten eggs, then coat evenly in breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly. Place in baking dish.
- Add topping: Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture over each piece. Drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden brown.
- Rest and garnish: Let rest before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts if preferred.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
