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Crispy Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast

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A quick and easy baked chicken breast recipe with a crispy, golden Parmesan breadcrumb crust that is juicy and tender inside. Perfect for busy weeknights and satisfying dinners.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 to 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 450-680g)
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 75g)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 100g), or gluten-free panko
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Pound uneven breasts to about ½ inch thickness.
  3. In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  5. Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, then press into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly and firmly.
  6. Place coated chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet or on a wire rack over the sheet.
  7. Brush the tops with olive oil or melted butter.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. If not using a wire rack, flip the chicken halfway through baking for even crispiness.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Pounding chicken breasts to even thickness helps them cook evenly. Brushing with oil or butter before baking enhances crust color and crunch. Using a wire rack allows air circulation for a crispier crust. Flip chicken halfway if no wire rack is used. Fresh Parmesan cheese gives the best crust. For reheating, bake at 350°F for 10 minutes to keep crust crispy. Breadcrumbs can be swapped for gluten-free or low-carb alternatives. Nutritional yeast and dairy-free breadcrumbs can be used for a dairy-free version.

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