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Cheesy Baked Chicken Breasts

Cheesy Baked Chicken Breasts That Melt in Your Mouth

Delicious Cheesy Baked Chicken Breasts that are both satisfying and flavorful, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 breasts
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Steaks
  • 1 large head Cauliflower choose large heads for sturdiness
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil can be swapped with avocado oil
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika regular paprika works for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper omit if you like it gentler
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can replace with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use your favorite type for best results
For the Tahini Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Tahini sunflower seed butter is a nut-free substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice lime juice can be used for a different twist
  • water Water to adjust the sauce’s thickness
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parsley cilantro can be swapped for a different flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice the cauliflower head into thick steaks, about 1-inch wide.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
  4. Brush the olive oil mixture onto both sides of each cauliflower steak.
  5. Arrange the coated cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Mix tahini, lemon juice, and water in a small bowl to prepare the garlic tahini sauce.
  7. Serve the roasted cauliflower steaks with tahini sauce drizzled on top and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, cut the cauliflower evenly and do not overcrowd the baking sheet for crispiest results.

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