A delightful twist on a classic baked chicken recipe, featuring a crispy herb-infused crust.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Preheating the oven ensures even cooking from the start.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, black pepper, seasoning salt, parsley, and paprika.
Mix thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
In a pie pan, combine the melted butter and minced garlic.
Stir well to infuse the butter with garlic flavor.
Dip each chicken breast into the butter mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
Coating the chicken evenly helps the breadcrumbs adhere better.
Transfer the chicken to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly on all sides.
Pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken ensures a crispy crust.
Place the coated chicken breasts into an ungreased baking dish.
Arrange the chicken in a single layer for even cooking.
Drizzle any remaining butter mixture over the chicken.
This adds extra flavor and helps with browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serve the chicken hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Serving immediately ensures the crust remains crispy.