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Parmesan Crusted Chicken (The Crispiest, Juiciest Recipe!)

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe delivers a perfectly golden, cheesy crust and incredibly juicy chicken. A quick and easy weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated is best
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
  • 1 tbsp butter for frying

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Shallow Dishes
  • 1 Meat Mallet

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
  4. Brush the mayonnaise mixture over all sides of each chicken breast. Then, press each breast firmly into the Panko mixture to coat evenly.
  5. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C).
  6. Remove from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 45gFat: 35gFiber: 2g

Notes

For the crispiest crust, ensure you don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese will yield a much better flavor and melt than pre-shredded varieties.
Reheat leftovers in an air fryer or oven to bring back the original crunch.
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