Description
Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, featuring juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a golden, crunchy cheese crust. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, ensuring that every bite leaves family and friends asking for seconds. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that impresses with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to about 1 inch thick for even cooking.
- In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Drizzle in olive oil while mixing until crumbly.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F or 74°C).
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg