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Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken (The Juiciest, Crispiest Recipe!)

This Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken features a super juicy chicken breast with a crispy, golden-brown coating of Panko and Parmesan. An easy, flavorful, and family-pleasing dinner ready in under an hour!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each, pounded to 3/4-inch thickness
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated is best
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Meat Mallet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Spread this mixture evenly over all sides of each chicken breast.
  3. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Press each mayonnaise-coated chicken breast firmly into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a thick, even coating on all sides. Place the coated chicken onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 45gFat: 35gFiber: 1g

Notes

For the crispiest crust, don't overcrowd the baking pan. Ensure there's at least an inch of space between each chicken breast.
Using freshly grated Parmesan cheese will give you a much better melt and flavor compared to pre-shredded varieties.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
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