Description
Succulent garlic parmesan chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort to dinner tables with its crispy, golden exterior and juicy interior. Herbs and cheese blend perfectly, creating a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese and Breadcrumbs:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
Seasonings and Binding:
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) for optimal cooking environment.
- Create a crispy coating by thoroughly mixing Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until uniformly blended.
- Individually dunk each chicken breast into the whisked eggs, ensuring complete coverage.
- Generously roll the egg-coated chicken in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help crumbs adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, allowing the pan to become hot before adding chicken.
- Sear chicken pieces for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust develops.
- Carefully transfer seared chicken to a prepared baking dish, maintaining the crispy exterior.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, confirming doneness when internal temperature reaches 165F (74C).
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes to redistribute internal juices.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added visual appeal and herbaceous flavor.
- Serve immediately while chicken remains warm and crispy.
Notes
- Opt for fresh Parmesan cheese grated directly from a block for maximum flavor and better coating adhesion.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels before coating to ensure crispy, even breading that sticks perfectly.
- Choose panko breadcrumbs for extra crunchiness and lighter texture compared to traditional breadcrumbs.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet when searing to maintain high heat and achieve golden-brown crust without steaming the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 437 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1440 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 154 mg