Description
Indulge in Cheesy Marinated Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, cheesy crust. A perfect blend of flavors and textures that elevate any mealtime experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Whisk together the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts, coating them well with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the breadcrumbs with the shredded cheese in a separate bowl.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let the excess marinade drip off.
- Coat each chicken breast with the breadcrumb and cheese mixture.
- Place the coated chicken in a baking dish drizzled with olive oil.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, marinate overnight for maximum flavor penetration. Consider using an air fryer for a quicker cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg