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Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

This baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe is crispy on the outside and juicy inside. It's packed with flavor and so easy to make!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 667
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (, cut into thin filets (about 2lbs))
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (, minced)
  • 1 heaping cup panko breadcrumbs (, or regular)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut chicken breast into a few thinner filets. Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a shallow bowl add the olive oil and garlic then stir together.
  4. In another shallow dish, add the bread crumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Dip chicken in olive oil then bread crumbs, pressing the bread crumbs into the chicken on both sides. Transfer to baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 8 minutes. Remove chicken from oven. Flip and bake an additional 5-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through, 165 degrees F. (Cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breast fillets.)
  7. Remove chicken to a serving platter to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 667kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 56gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 156mgSodium: 681mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

  • To ensure your chicken is perfectly cooked, use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F; this guarantees juiciness without overcooking.
  • For extra flavor and moisture, marinate the chicken in the olive oil and garlic mixture for at least 30 minutes before breading—this can make a big difference in taste.
  • If you have thicker chicken fillets, consider pounding them to an even thickness before cooking to prevent uneven cooking and burning of the crust.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat them in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes to keep the crust crispy.
  • For a fun twist, try substituting the panko breadcrumbs with crushed cornflakes or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a different texture and flavor profile.

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