Description
Enjoy irresistibly crispy Parmesan crusted chicken, baked to perfection for a delightful meal that’s sure to impress. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or whole wheat)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 eggs
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs. Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, mix panko breadcrumbs with regular breadcrumbs. Swap Parmesan cheese for Romano or add herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.