Cheddar Garlic Chicken Breasts

RecipeZaar #82102

1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons minced garlic (use 2 tablespoons for extreme flavor!)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (can use more)
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste, or use white salt)
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb (can use 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
4 boneless skinless chicken breast
grated cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese (optional, use any amount desired)

Directions
1. Set oven to 350°F.
2. Butter an 11 x 7-inch pan (if using more than 4 breasts use a larger pan).
3. In a bowl, combine melted butter with fresh minced garlic, garlic powder and salt.
4. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese and coarse ground black pepper.
5. Dip chicken in butter mixture; then in crumb mixture.
6. Place in prepared pan and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until juices run clear, or you may bake covered for 15 minutes and uncover for the remainder of the cooking time, baking uncovered will create a crispier crust.
**NOTE** for moist tender breasts cooking time should take no more than at the most 35 minutes unless they are very large then you might have to add on a couple extra minutes).
7. Top with shredded cheddar or mozzarella the last 5 minutes of cooking (this is only optional).