Garlic Chicken With Cheese.

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 35 Minutes

Ready In: 45 Minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1/3 cup butter, melted

2 tablespoons minced garlic (use 2 tablespoons for extreme flavor!)

1 teaspoon garlic powder (can use more)

1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste) or 1/2 teaspoon white salt (or to taste)

1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb (can use 3/4 cup)

1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

shredded cheddar cheese (optional) or shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350°F.
2. Butter an 11 x 7-inch pan (if using more than 4 breasts use a larger pan).
3. In a bowl, combine melted butter with fresh minced garlic, garlic powder and salt.
4. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese and coarse ground black pepper.
5. Dip chicken in butter mixture; then in crumb mixture.
6. Place in prepared pan and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes (placing the chicken on a rack in a pan will produce an extra crispy crust).
7. **NOTE** for moist tender breasts cooking time should take no more than at the most 35 minutes unless they are very large then you might have to add on a couple extra minutes).
8. Top with shredded cheddar or mozzarella the last 5 minutes of cooking (this is only optional.).
9. **Note** Bake uncovered the full time for a crispier coating.

By RecipeOfHealth.com