Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast offers a quick, flavorful dinner with tender chicken coated in a golden, cheesy breadcrumb crust. This easy recipe uses pantry staples like grated Parmesan, seasoned breadcrumbs, and eggs to create a satisfying crunch. Perfect for weeknight meals, it pairs well with salads, roasted veggies, or pasta, delivering a balanced plate in under 30 minutes. Ideal for families seeking a simple, delicious protein option. Serve it hot and enjoy every bite. Very satisfying.!!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet.
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Beat eggs in a shallow bowl.
- Dip chicken in eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place on prepared sheet and bake 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- let the coated chicken rest 5 minutes before baking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast, easy chicken dinner, chicken Parmesan recipe, quick baked chicken, cheesy chicken breast, family dinner ideas, 30 minute meals, baked chicken crust