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Crispy Cheddar Chicken

Crispy Cheddar Chicken is a deliciously crunchy and cheesy dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a crispy coating of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marinating
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp or mild
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Coat the Chicken
  1. In a shallow dish, mix panko breadcrumbs and shredded cheddar cheese together.
  2. Remove each chicken breast from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Bake the Chicken
  1. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
  2. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra crunch, you can double-coat the chicken by dipping it back in the buttermilk and then in the breadcrumb mixture again before baking.

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