Description
Parmesan crusted chicken elevates weeknight dinners with crispy, cheesy goodness. Simple ingredients and quick preparation create a crowd-pleasing meal you will savor with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsps olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Combine the breadcrumb mixture in a shallow dish, blending the grated Parmesan, aromatic garlic powder, fragrant Italian herbs, and seasoning until thoroughly integrated.
- Whisk eggs in a separate wide bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Gently dredge each chicken breast first through the whisked eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then meticulously coat with the seasoned Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, creating a golden sear on the coated chicken for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until a crispy, light brown crust develops.
- Carefully transfer the partially cooked chicken to the prepared baking sheet, placing pieces without touching, and roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F.
- Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest for 3-4 minutes, which helps redistribute internal juices and maintain moisture before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are even thickness by gently pounding them to promote uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Consider using gluten-free breadcrumbs for those with wheat sensitivities, maintaining the crispy texture without compromising dietary needs.
- Pat chicken completely dry before coating to help the Parmesan mixture adhere better and create a crispier golden crust.
- For a lighter version, replace some breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed pork rinds to reduce carbohydrates while keeping the satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg