Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a crispy, flavorful masterpiece perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion. This oven-baked recipe features a golden, crunchy coating made from panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, ensuring every bite is satisfying without the added oil from frying. Easy to prepare and versatile, it pairs beautifully with salads, pasta, or roasted vegetables. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or treat your family to a tasty meal, this Parmesan Crusted Chicken will not disappoint.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Chopped parsley or basil (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, and garlic powder until smooth. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Butterfly the chicken breasts into thinner cutlets for even cooking.
- Coat each cutlet in the butter mixture then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place coated cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg