Effortless Chicken Garlic Parmesan
Juicy, flavorful chicken with a crispy garlic-Parmesan coating — simple ingredients, big comfort!
Ingredients
→ Chicken Prep
2 large chicken breasts (about 450–500 g total), halved lengthwise
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
25 g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
→ For Cooking
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or melted butter (for moisture & flavor)
→ Optional Garnish (Highly Recommended)
Fresh parsley, finely chopped
Extra grated Parmesan
Lemon wedges
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Place in a bowl and add:
Salt
Black pepper
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Rub the spices well into both sides of the chicken.
2️⃣ Add the Parmesan
Sprinkle the finely grated Parmesan over the chicken.
Add 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or melted butter and gently rub to help the cheese stick and keep the chicken juicy.
3️⃣ Cook the Chicken (Stovetop Method)
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken and cook for:
5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown
Internal temperature should reach 75°C / 165°F
Lower heat if Parmesan browns too quickly.
Alternative: Oven Method
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Place chicken on a lined baking tray
Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping once
Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra golden top
4️⃣ Rest & Serve
Remove chicken from heat and let rest 3 minutes.
Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Serving Suggestions
Over creamy mashed potatoes
With roasted vegetables
Sliced on pasta or salad
Inside a warm sandwich roll
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