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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bake

Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bake
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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bake is a rich, creamy, and comforting one-dish meal featuring tender chicken breasts baked in a luscious garlic butter sauce topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this versatile recipe combines simple ingredients to create an irresistible, kid-friendly dish with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Cheese Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs to ensure flavorful and evenly seasoned meat.
  2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned. Slowly stir in heavy cream and heat gently. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
  3. Assemble the Bake: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the prepared garlic butter sauce evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top to cover the dish.
  4. Bake Until Golden and Bubbling: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the dish for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and the cheese is bubbly with golden brown spots.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top before serving to add brightness and color.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and juiciness.
  • Searing chicken breasts in a skillet before baking adds flavor and locks in moisture.
  • Grate your own mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for better melting and flavor.
  • Do not overbake to avoid dry chicken; use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
  • Letting the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking helps the juices redistribute and the sauce thicken.

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