Herb-Marinated Baked Chicken with Melted Cheese
Juicy chicken breasts soaked in a fragrant garlic and herb marinade, then baked under a golden blanket of melted cheese. This easy oven dish delivers big flavors with minimal effort — perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 80 g grated cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
- A drizzle of olive oil
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Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, vinegar, and crumbled bouillon cube to form the marinade.
- 2
Add the chicken breasts and massage the marinade in thoroughly with your hands. Let rest for 15–20 minutes.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Grease a baking dish generously with butter.
- 4
Arrange the chicken in the dish and spoon all remaining marinade over the top.
- 5
Drizzle with olive oil and cover evenly with grated cheese.
- 6
Bake at 220 °C for 20 minutes, then reduce to 160 °C (325 °F) for a final 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden.
💡 Chef's Tip
For extra golden cheese, switch to broil mode for the last 2–3 minutes. Always check doneness by cutting into the thickest part — the juices should run clear.
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