Parmesan Chicken offers the perfect balance of a crispy exterior and juicy interior, making it a favorite comfort meal for any night of the week. The combination of Parmesan cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs creates a savory, golden crust that pairs beautifully with a simple side salad or pasta.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate dish, beat the eggs. In another dish, place the flour.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, dip into the eggs, and then coat in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20 minutes until fully cooked.
