Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a crispy and flavorful dish featuring chicken breasts coated with a crunchy Parmesan cheese and breadcrumb crust. Baked or pan-fried to golden perfection, this chicken is juicy on the inside and offers a savory, cheesy crust that pairs beautifully with pasta, vegetables, or salad.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and pepper to taste
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat if pan-frying.
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place flour in one shallow bowl. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix Parmesan, panko, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
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Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to adhere.
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For baking: Place chicken on a lightly greased baking sheet. Drizzle or spray with a little olive oil or melted butter. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
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For pan-frying: Cook chicken in hot oil for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking / Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Sodium: 550-600mg
- Fat: 12-15g
- Saturated Fat: 4-6g
- Carbohydrates: 15-18g
- Fiber: 1-2g
- Protein: 45-50g