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Close-up of golden-brown Parmesan Crusted Chicken fillets on a plate, garnished with lemon wedges and parsley.

Parmesan Crusted Chicken

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe delivers a crispy, flavorful chicken dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. It's a family-approved meal that's easy to make and tastes restaurant-worthy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Course: Dinner
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Equipment

  • shallow bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. In a second bowl, add the flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. In a separate bowl, add the beaten eggs.
  3. Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Press the chicken breasts into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown.

Notes

This recipe is a favorite for busy families looking for a quick and delicious meal. The crispy coating and savory Parmesan flavor make it a hit with all ages.

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