Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a quick and easy dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a crispy, flavorful delight. Baked to perfection, this recipe combines the crunch of panko breadcrumbs with the rich taste of Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs, creating a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, serve it alongside salads, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete dining experience. Whether you’re cooking for kids or adults, this dish promises to please all palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your 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 cutlets for even cooking.
- Coat each cutlet in the butter mixture followed by the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated cutlets on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg