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Cheesy lemon garlic chicken breasts garnished and cooked to perfection

Zesty Cheesy Chicken Breasts

This Cheesy Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts recipe combines bright lemon flavors with melty cheese for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Choose even-sized breasts for uniform cooking.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar) Freshly shredded cheese melts better.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Gives more control over salt levels.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic creates the most aromatic profile.
  • 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced Use a juicy lemon.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to preference.
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Adds color and aroma.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and place them in a baking dish.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice and zest, and remove from heat.
  4. Pour the lemon garlic butter sauce over the chicken breasts.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help the butter sauce cling. If breasts are thick, tent with foil for the first 15 minutes.