Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Parmesan Crusted Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances crispy texture with tender, juicy chicken. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that elevates weeknight dinners and impresses at special occasions. The aromatic blend of freshly grated parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs provides a golden crust that not only looks stunning but also delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. Versatile enough to pair with pasta, salads, or veggies, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 heaping teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Position the rack in the top third.
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pat dry. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for mixing breadcrumbs with parmesan and Italian seasoning.
- Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium heat.
- Coat each chicken piece sequentially in flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook chicken in the skillet for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove when done.
- Transfer all pieces back to the skillet and bake for about five minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast portion (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg