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Three pieces of golden-brown baked Parmesan chicken arranged on a serving platter, highlighting the crispy texture of the Panko and cheese crust.
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken (The BEST Crispy Recipe!)

The ultimate guide to perfectly crispy, juicy, and flavor-packed Parmesan Crusted Chicken. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a golden-brown, cheesy crust every time, making it the perfect weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each, pounded to ½-inch thickness
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter for drizzling

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Wire Rack
  • 3 Shallow Dishes For breading station

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack on a large baking sheet and set aside.
  2. Arrange three shallow dishes. In the first, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. In the second, lightly beat the eggs. In the third, mix together the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Working one at a time, dredge a chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess. Then, dip it into the egg wash, ensuring it's fully coated. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the Panko-Parmesan mixture, covering all sides completely.
  4. Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer on the prepared wire rack.
  5. Drizzle the tops of the chicken with olive oil or melted butter. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and the crust is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute, ensuring a tender and moist result.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 52gFat: 22gFiber: 1g

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, you can lightly toast the Panko breadcrumbs in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before mixing them with the Parmesan.
Ensure your chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness for consistent cooking.
Freshly grating your Parmesan cheese from a block will yield the best flavor and melting quality.
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