Description
Parmesan crusted chicken delivers a crispy, golden masterpiece of Italian-inspired comfort. Cheese-coated perfection meets lean protein, creating a delightful main course you’ll crave with each savory bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts, pounded thin
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cooking/Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a clean workspace and gather all necessary ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- Thoroughly pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure optimal seasoning adherence.
- Create a robust flavor foundation by generously seasoning chicken with freshly ground salt and cracked black pepper.
- Establish three distinct preparation stations: one with flour, another with whisked eggs, and the third with seasoned parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Delicately transfer each chicken breast through the coating sequence – first dredging in flour to create a protective base, then submerging in beaten eggs, and finally enrobing with the parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Ensure complete and even coating, gently pressing breadcrumbs to help them adhere securely to the chicken’s surface.
- Preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet with a harmonious blend of olive oil and butter, creating a perfect golden-brown cooking environment.
- Carefully place coated chicken breasts into the heated skillet, allowing each piece to develop a crisp, golden exterior.
- Cook chicken for approximately 4-5 minutes per side, monitoring heat to prevent burning while achieving a perfectly crisp crust and juicy interior.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken has reached a safe internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts of even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and crispy coating.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help breadcrumbs adhere better and create a crunchier exterior.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for maximum flavor and better melting properties in the coating mixture.
- Lower heat slightly if chicken browns too quickly to prevent burning while ensuring the inside cooks thoroughly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg