Description
Indulge in Steakhouse’s Parmesan Crusted Chicken, where a golden, crispy crust meets juicy chicken infused with cheesy goodness. This easy-to-make dish transforms any weeknight into a culinary celebration, leaving family and friends craving more. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe promises to impress with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken breast in melted butter, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest briefly before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Feel free to substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a different taste or add spices like smoked paprika for depth. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crunch.