Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Parmesan Crusted Chicken. Each bite features juicy chicken enveloped in a golden, crunchy cheese crust, delivering a satisfying flavor experience. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Quick to prepare and easy to serve, you’ll find it becoming a go-to favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels for optimal crispiness.
- Set up a dipping station with one bowl of beaten eggs seasoned with salt and pepper, another with panko mixed with Parmesan cheese and garlic powder, and the last for the chicken.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the panko-Parmesan blend.
- Place the breaded chicken in the prepared baking dish and drizzle lightly with olive oil; sprinkle extra Parmesan on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving alongside your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (140g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg