Parmesan Chicken Recipe
🍗 Description: This Parmesan Chicken recipe is a timeless classic, originating from a cherished magazine clipping dating back to the 1980s. It’s a testament to its enduring popularity, offering a quick and effortless way to whip up a delicious chicken dish that’s suitable for both casual family dinners and more formal gatherings.
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Chicken
🔍 Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
🍽️ Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/4 | Parmesan cheese |
| 4 | Chicken parts |
| 1/4 | Oregano |
| 1 | Garlic powder |
| 1 | Pepper |
| 2 | Milk |
| 1 | Paprika |
| 1/2 |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 614.9
- Fat Content: 34.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 191mg
- Sodium Content: 804.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.1g
- Fiber Content: 0.3g
- Sugar Content: 0.9g
- Protein Content: 60.3g
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking later.
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Prepare coating mixture: In a bowl, combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.
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Coat the chicken: Roll the chicken parts in the prepared coating mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.
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Arrange in baking dish: Take a 2-quart shallow baking dish and arrange the coated chicken pieces in it, making sure they are placed in a single layer for even cooking.
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Bake first round: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 20 minutes.
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Flip and bake: After 20 minutes, carefully turn over the chicken pieces using tongs or a spatula to ensure they cook evenly. Then, return the baking dish to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
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Prepare sauce: While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by blending together cream of chicken soup and milk until smooth.
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Pour sauce over chicken: Once the second round of baking is complete, pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken pieces in the baking dish.
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Final touch: Sprinkle the top of the chicken with paprika and the remaining grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor and visual appeal.
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Bake until done: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on top.
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Serve and enjoy: Once done, remove the Parmesan Chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving hot. This dish pairs well with a variety of sides such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a crisp salad.
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Bon Appétit: Serve up this flavorful Parmesan Chicken to your family and friends, and watch as it disappears within moments, leaving everyone satisfied and eager for seconds!
