Garlic Parmesan Mozzarella Chicken 🧀🍗

Cheesy Garlic Chicken 🧀🍗

Overview:

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 254.6
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5/5)

Description:

Indulge in the savory goodness of Cheesy Garlic Chicken, a delightful recipe discovered in a Lipton recipe book, cherished by my family and guaranteed to become a favorite in yours too! This dish is not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Plus, it’s versatile enough to double the batch without compromising on taste, ensuring there’s enough to satisfy everyone at the table!

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 tomato, sliced
1 cup water
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that your oven is nice and hot, ready to cook your delicious cheesy garlic chicken to perfection!
Prepare Chicken: Take a 13×9-inch baking dish and arrange the boneless, skinless chicken breast halves in it. Top the chicken with the sliced tomato, evenly distributing it across the top.
Prepare Soup Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the Lipton soup mix, water, and olive oil until completely blended. This savory mixture will infuse your chicken with rich, comforting flavors.
Pour Soup Mixture: Pour the prepared soup mixture over the chicken in the baking dish, ensuring that each piece is generously coated. This step is crucial for ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor!
Bake Chicken: Place the baking dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until there is no pink remaining in the center of the chicken breasts. This allows the chicken to cook through and become tender and juicy.
Add Cheese: Once the chicken is fully cooked, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, creating a gooey, irresistible topping.
Serve: Remove the cheesy garlic chicken from the oven and serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. This dish pairs perfectly with crusty Italian bread or garlic Texas toast, providing the ideal accompaniment to soak up the delicious juices.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 254.6
Fat: 11.5g
Saturated Fat: 4.8g
Cholesterol: 91.7mg
Sodium: 273.4mg
Carbohydrates: 1.9g
Fiber: 0.4g
Sugar: 1.1g
Protein: 34.2g

Recipe Notes:

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the soup mixture for extra flavor.
For a healthier option, you can use low-fat cheese or even substitute with dairy-free alternatives for a vegan-friendly version.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal. Simply pop them in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

Now, gather your ingredients and get ready to delight your taste buds with this irresistible Cheesy Garlic Chicken recipe!