Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Easy & Crispy)
Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken is one of the easiest and most loved chicken recipes you can make at home. This oven-baked chicken is coated in garlic, Parmesan cheese, and crispy bread crumbs, then baked until golden and crunchy.
With over 3,000 positive reviews, this garlic Parmesan chicken recipe is a true family favorite. It is simple, affordable, and full of rich Italian-style flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this crispy baked chicken comes together fast and tastes amazing every time.
Why You’ll Love This Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken
- Crispy, golden Parmesan crust
- Juicy and tender chicken breasts
- Simple pantry ingredients
- Ready in just 45 minutes
- Perfect for quick dinners
This baked garlic Parmesan chicken gives you a deep golden crust with fresh basil flavor in every bite. It’s easy to customize and always turns out delicious.
Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe
Course: MainCuisine: Italian, American6
servings15
minutes30
281
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minutesMake this baked garlic Parmesan chicken with crispy bread crumbs and juicy chicken breasts. An easy oven-baked dinner ready in 45 minutes.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup dry bread crumbs
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic.
- In another bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the garlic oil mixture. Then coat it in the bread crumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle any remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
- Serve hot and enjoy your crispy baked garlic Parmesan chicken.
What to Serve With Garlic Parmesan Chicken
This oven-baked garlic Parmesan chicken pairs well with many side dishes. Try serving it with:
- Roasted potatoes
- Fresh green salad
- Pasta
- Other Italian-inspired dishes
It’s a complete and satisfying dinner when served with simple sides.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover baked garlic Parmesan chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keep the chicken in a single layer, or separate layers with parchment paper to prevent the crust from getting soggy.
Reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back that crispy texture.
Community Tips & Reviews
Many home cooks love this baked garlic Parmesan chicken recipe:
- “Really great and pretty healthy chicken dish. I cooked it for exactly 30 minutes and it was perfect. I used panko bread crumbs for extra crunch.”
- “Delicious! The chicken was juicy and full of flavor. My husband loved it, and I will definitely make it again.”
- “Excellent flavor, juicy, and reheats very well. Even the leftovers disappear fast.”
With crispy texture, juicy chicken, and bold garlic Parmesan flavor, this baked chicken recipe is sure to become a regular on your dinner table.
