I have a kitchen cabinet full of rubs and spices, all the latest and greatest. But sometimes the old friends, the basic seasonings, are as good if not better. One of the best and most versatile seasonings in any larder is Good Seasonings Italian Dressing mix.
Made by Kraft, the mix was designed to be added to a cruet of vinegar, oil and water for a simple, healthy Italian salad dressing. But it is also great as a special seasoning for a number of recipes. Savvy chefs use Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix in potato salads, on roasted vegetables, or even fresh tomatoes baked in the oven. It’s delicious on seafood, beef and chops and it’s ideal for chicken.
A go-to dish for me is a Garlic Parmesan Chicken entrée that is quick, easy and delicious.
Here’s how I do it.
Put about one cup of finely shredded Parmesan in a bowl and mix with a teaspoon of garlic salt and one packet of Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix. Melt a stick of butter, roll a chicken breast (or thigh) in the butter, and then press the chicken into the Parmesan mixture on both sides. Place the breasts in a shallow pan sprayed with Pam, and roast in a 400 oven for about 25 minutes – depending on the thickness of the chicken.
The Parmesan Garlic Chicken comes out moist, delicious and full of flavor, thanks to our old friend, Good Season Italian Dressing.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 stick butter
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 packet Good Seasons Italian Dressing
1 teaspoon garlic salt