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Cheesy Crust Chicken

A delicious one-pan meal featuring crispy, cheesy chicken that's easy to prepare and family-approved.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasted garlic adds extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra crunch.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling before baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Coating
  1. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, shredded cheese, and Parmesan.
  2. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
Baking
  1. Place chicken in a greased baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and crust is golden brown.

Notes

Serve alongside a vibrant salad or steamed broccoli. Can be frozen for 2-3 months. Reheat in oven or microwave when ready.