Sunday, September 6, 2009

Easy Parmesan-Garlic Chicken

INGREDIENTS :

1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 env. GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (2 lb.)

COOKING DIRECTIONS :

HEAT oven to 400°F.

MIX cheese, dressing mix and garlic powder.

MOISTEN chicken with water; coat with cheese mixture. Place in shallow baking dish.

BAKE 20 to 25 min. or until chicken is done (165°F).


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Special Extra
For a golden appearance, after chicken is cooked through set oven to Broil. Place 6 inches from heat. Broil 2 to 4 min. or until chicken is golden brown.
Variations
Prepare as directed, choosing one of the following flavor combinations: Mediterranean Parmesan Chicken: Substitute 1 Tbsp. lemon zest and 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves for the garlic powder. Parmesan-Onion Chicken: Substitute 2 Tbsp. minced onion flakes for the garlic powder. Spicy Parmesan Chicken: Substitute ground red pepper (cayenne) for the garlic powder. Parmesan Pizza Chicken: Substitute 1 tsp. dried basil leaves and 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper for the garlic powder.
Keeping It Safe
Place frozen chicken under cold running water to thaw. Be sure to use cold water and keep the chicken in its original wrap or place in water-tight resealable plastic bag while thawing it. Also, be careful not to cross-contaminate other food products, work surfaces or utensils with the dripping water.

NUTRITION INFO :

Calories
230
Total fat
7 g
Saturated fat
3 g
Cholesterol
100 mg
Sodium
680 mg
Carbohydrate
2 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Sugars
1 g
Protein
37 g
Vitamin A
2 %DV
Vitamin C
0 %DV
Calcium
15 %DV
Iron
6 %DV
Healthy Living Information
Good source of calcium
Diet Exchange
5 Meat (L)

Nutrition Bonus
Serve this deliciously easy recipe at dinner tonight. As a bonus, the Parmesan provides a good source of calcium. Carb Choices: 0

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