Description
Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that elevates your weeknight dinners with minimal effort. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a delightful mixture of crispy Panko breadcrumbs and sharp Parmesan cheese, creating a golden crust that’s bursting with flavor. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, ensuring everyone will be asking for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up this restaurant-quality dish in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, dried herbs, and olive oil until combined.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere well.
- Place the coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg