Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Parmesan Crusted Chicken, complemented by a zesty Basil Aioli. This easy-to-make dish features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, delivering a delightful texture and savory taste. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe transforms any meal into a flavorful feast that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In one bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped basil, and olive oil; season as needed.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently for an even layer.
- Place coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; let rest before serving with basil aioli.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg