Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a crispy, savory delight that’s easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs; in another, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet without overcrowding.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg