Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Crispy, golden Parmesan Crusted Chicken that combines tender chicken with a nutty, flavorful crust for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Beat the eggs in another bowl until well blended.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place the coated chicken in the skillet and brown for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until completely cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding crushed cornflakes or panko to the breadcrumb mix. Serve with a simple salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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