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Easy Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Close-up of a perfectly cooked parmesan crusted chicken breast, showing the white, juicy interior and golden-brown crust.
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Make crispy, cheesy Parmesan crusted chicken breasts in the oven. This recipe delivers a golden, crunchy exterior and a tender interior quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the chicken: If the chicken breasts are very thick, pound them to an even 3/4-inch thickness.
  3. Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In the second dish, mix the eggs and water. In the third dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  5. Dip the floured chicken into the egg wash, letting excess drip off.
  6. Press the chicken firmly into the Parmesan and panko mixture, coating both sides completely.
  7. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the tops lightly with olive oil.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden brown and crisp.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can briefly pan-sear the crusted chicken in a hot skillet with a little oil for 1 minute per side before transferring it to the oven.
  • To make a quick garlic butter sauce, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 clove of minced garlic and a squeeze of lemon juice. Drizzle over the finished chicken.
  • If you prefer a softer crust, omit the panko breadcrumbs from the coating mixture.

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