Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Printer-Friendly)

Tender chicken baked with garlic butter and Parmesan sauce for a flavorful, effortless meal option.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheese and Dairy

01 - 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Herbs and Spices

03 - 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1 teaspoon paprika
10 - 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Other Seasonings

12 - 1 tablespoon honey
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Proteins

15 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved

→ Oils

16 - 1 tablespoon avocado oil

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, honey, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and set aside.
02 - Place chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Coat both sides with lemon juice, avocado oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.
03 - Spread the prepared garlic Parmesan sauce evenly over the seasoned chicken using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon.
04 - Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For a golden top, broil on high for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - The dish can be prepped up to 24 hours ahead by keeping chicken and sauce separate in the refrigerator.