Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a delightful and effortless dish that transforms weeknight dinners into something special. This recipe features tender chicken cutlets coated with a crunchy mixture of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, delivering an irresistible crispy texture without the need for frying. Perfect for family meals or intimate dinners, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also versatile; it pairs beautifully with salads, pasta, or roasted vegetables. With its aromatic blend of garlic and Italian herbs, each bite promises to be bursting with flavor. Enjoy this culinary gem that is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, and garlic powder until smooth. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Butterfly the chicken breasts for even cooking. Dredge each cutlet in the butter mixture, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg