Description
Crispy, golden Parmesan crusted chicken that’s tender and juicy inside. This easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Pound chicken breasts to even ¾-inch thickness and pat completely dry with paper towels.
- 3. Set up three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with combined Parmesan, panko, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- 4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally press firmly into Parmesan mixture to coat both sides.
- 5. Place breaded chicken on prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil or melted butter.
- 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and coating is golden brown.
- 7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispiness. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 48g