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Parmesan chicken cut on a plate with a side of salad.
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Chicken is tender, flavorful, and coated in a crisp Parmesan breadcrumb crust. It bakes in the oven until golden and juicy, with no frying needed.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 312kcal
Author: Erica Walker

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts cut into halves
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • Paprika

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper on a plate or in a shallow dish.
    Bread crumb and parmesan cheese mixture in a bowl with a spoon.
  • Season each chicken breast with a light sprinkle of salt. Dip each piece in melted butter, then roll in the crumb mixture until completely coated.
    Chicken breast dipped in melted butter and covered in parmesan cheese mixture.
  • Place the coated chicken in a baking dish and sprinkle generously with paprika.
    Paprika sprinkled on unbaked chicken on a sheet pan.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees in the thickest part. Do not overcook.
    Baked parmesan chicken on a plate and garnished with parsley and fresh parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Panko breadcrumbs with a few teaspoons of Italian seasoning can be used in place of Italian breadcrumbs.
  • If chicken breasts are uneven or thicker than 1 inch, cover with plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until evenly thick.
  • Finely grated Parmesan works best in the coating because it blends well with the breadcrumbs.
  • For extra flavor, add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or a little ranch seasoning to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing so it stays juicy.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or skillet for the crispiest coating. The microwave will soften the crust.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 523mg | Potassium: 462mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 466IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1mg