Description
Golden, crispy panko-crusted chicken breasts that are tender and juicy inside with a perfectly crunchy exterior. Simple ingredients and easy techniques deliver restaurant-quality results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.
- 2. Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- 3. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour mixed with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon water, and one with panko mixed with Parmesan cheese and all dried seasonings.
- 4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, coating both sides and shaking off excess.
- 5. Dip floured chicken into egg wash, ensuring complete coverage and allowing excess to drip off.
- 6. Press chicken firmly into panko mixture, coating both sides generously and patting to help breadcrumbs adhere.
- 7. Place breaded chicken on the prepared wire rack. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- 8. Lightly spray or brush chicken with olive oil on both sides.
- 9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and coating is golden brown.
- 10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. For extra crispy results, pan-fry in 3 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g