Moist Cheddar Garlic Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients

1/3 cup butter, melted

2 tablespoons minced garlic (can use more or less)

2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided (garlic lovers can use more)

1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or can use white 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 boneless skinless chicken breasts

shredded cheddar cheese (optional and use any amount desired, or can use shredded mozzarella cheese)

Method

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.

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