Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Deliciously crispy and golden chicken with a flavorful Parmesan crust that melts in your mouth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 eggs
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking our golden masterpiece.
- Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl until they are a smooth mixture.
- Combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Prepare the chicken by dipping each breast into the whisked eggs for an even coating.
- Coat the egg-coated chicken in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently for an even crust.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve the chicken hot after letting it rest for a couple of minutes.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry before coating for better crust adherence. Experiment with different cheeses or add herbs for flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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