Cheddar Garlic Oven Fried Chicken

By katielgarcia

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 3/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
• 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter an 11 x 7-inch 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. Top with shredded cheddar or mozzarella the last 5 minutes of cooking.