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Classic Cheesy Chicken

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Classic Cheesy Chicken

Tender baked chicken breasts topped with a rich, melted cheese blend that creates a golden, bubbly crust. This comforting dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple home cooking techniques.

Total Time 50 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Before you start

Equipment You'll Need

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Meat thermometer
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Plastic wrap or parchment paper
  • Small mixing bowl

Safety Tips & Important Notes

Follow these for best results and safety.

  1. Pound chicken to even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry spots.
  2. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for food safety.
  3. Let chicken rest after baking to allow juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.
  4. For extra flavor, marinate seasoned chicken for 30 minutes before baking.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them between plastic wrap or parchment paper.

  3. Pound chicken to even 3/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

  4. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.

  5. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  6. Season both sides of chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.

  7. Place seasoned chicken in the prepared baking dish.

  8. Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

  9. In a bowl, combine cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.

  10. Remove chicken from oven and top each breast with the cheese mixture.

  11. Return to oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

  12. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Chef's notes

Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.

Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before adding cheese topping.

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