Description
This Crispy Parmesan Chicken features a crunchy exterior and tender garlic-infused chicken, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Dredge each chicken breast in the mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Meanwhile, prepare the garlic sauce by melting butter (or olive oil) in a skillet, then sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and chicken broth, letting it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Drizzle the rich garlic sauce over the baked chicken and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
Notes
Let the chicken rest after baking to retain juices. Monitor baking time, as ovens vary in temperature.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Crispy Chicken, Parmesan Chicken, Garlic Sauce, Family Dinner, Comfort Food