Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, golden crust made from panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Pan-fried to perfection and finished in the oven, these flavorful chicken pieces are simple to prepare and ideal for a delicious, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Coating
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 heaping teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cooking
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F and position the rack in the upper third section for optimal heat circulation.
- Prepare chicken: Slice each large chicken breast lengthwise to create 4 thinner pieces. Pat them dry with a paper towel and season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Set up dredging bowls: Arrange three bowls — one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the third with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat the skillet: Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into an oven-safe skillet and warm it over medium heat while you dredge the chicken.
- Coat the chicken: Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, followed by the breadcrumb-Parmesan-Italian seasoning mixture. Shake off excess at each step and press gently to ensure the coating sticks.
- Pan-fry chicken: Add two coated chicken pieces to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown, using tongs to flip carefully. Transfer the cooked pieces to a plate.
- Cook remaining chicken: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then fry the last two chicken pieces in the same manner. Remove the skillet from heat once all pieces are fried.
- Finish cooking in oven: Arrange all four chicken pieces in the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 5 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F, indicating the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For an even crispier crust, use panko breadcrumbs rather than regular breadcrumbs.
- You can substitute olive oil with avocado oil for a slightly different flavor and higher smoke point.
- Make sure the skillet you use is oven-safe to avoid transferring the chicken to another dish for baking.
- Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and keep it moist.
Find it online: https://queenrecipe.com/parmesan-crusted-chicken-recipe/
