Description
Parmesan Chicken is a delightful dish that elevates weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. With a crispy, golden-brown crust made from freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, each bite reveals juicy chicken that bursts with flavor. This easy-to-make recipe not only impresses family and friends but also creates lasting memories around the dinner table. Perfect for any occasion, Parmesan Chicken is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Place the coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken after baking for added brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg