OVEN FIRED CHICKEN BREAST

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Number Of Ingredients 9

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1/3 cup Butter Melted
2 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
3/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumb (seasoned or plain)
1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Butter an 11 x 7-inch pan (if using more than 4 breasts use a larger pan).
In a bowl, combine melted butter with fresh minced garlic, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and salt.
In another bowl, combine the dry breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon garlic powder and coarse ground black pepper.
Dip chicken in butter mixture; then in crumb mixture.
Place in prepared pan and bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes or until cooked through, larger breasts may take more time (placing the chicken on a rack in a pan will produce an extra crispy crust
Top with shredded cheddar or mozzarella the last 5 minutes of cooking (this is only optional.