Description
Parmesan Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. With juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy, cheesy crust, this recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Whether paired with pasta, salads, or roasted vegetables, you’ll savor every bite of this flavorful meal that brings everyone together at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together olive oil and minced garlic.
- Dip each chicken breast into the olive oil mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg