Name: Crispy Baked Chicken Breast with Meat And Cheese Cups For Party & Wine Tastings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 medium, about 2 lbs); olive oil (2 tbsp); garlic powder (1 tsp); smoked paprika (1 tsp); salt (1 tsp); black pepper (1/2 tsp); dried thyme or italian seasoning (1 tsp); panko breadcrumbs (1/2 cup); fresh parsley for garnish (2 tbsp, chopped); lemon wedges for serving (optional); prosciutto slices; salami slices; cheddar cheese cubes; gouda cheese slices; grapes or cherry tomatoes; rosemary or thyme sprigs

Description

A stylish and easy appetizer combining golden, oven-baked chicken breast with portable meat and cheese cups. Perfect for wine tastings, weddings, or casual gatherings, this recipe offers effortless elegance and bold flavor.

Ingredients

boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 medium, about 2 lbs)

olive oil (2 tbsp)

garlic powder (1 tsp)

smoked paprika (1 tsp)

salt (1 tsp)

black pepper (1/2 tsp)

dried thyme or italian seasoning (1 tsp)

panko breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)

fresh parsley for garnish (2 tbsp, chopped)

lemon wedges for serving (optional)

prosciutto slices

salami slices

cheddar cheese cubes

gouda cheese slices

grapes or cherry tomatoes

rosemary or thyme sprigs

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Pat chicken breasts dry, drizzle with olive oil, and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme.

3. Press each breast into panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly on both sides.

4. Arrange chicken on the baking sheet, ensuring pieces do not touch, and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

5. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

6. Line mini cups with folded prosciutto or salami, then fill with cheddar cubes, gouda slices, grapes or cherry tomatoes and garnish with herb sprigs.

7. Arrange sliced chicken and meat and cheese cups on a serving board with parsley and lemon wedges.

8. Serve immediately with charcuterie skewers or wine pairings as desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: appetizer
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast and 2 mini cups

Keywords: crispy chicken, cheese cups, party appetizer, wine tasting, charcuterie, baked chicken, meat cups