Description
Succulent garlic parmesan chicken brings Mediterranean flavors straight to dinner tables with incredible ease. Crispy golden coating and tender meat promise a delightful meal that satisfies your deepest comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating and Seasoning:
- ½ cup (50 g / 1.76 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup (60 g / 2.12 ounces) breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Binding and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 375F (190C) and creating a non-stick surface using parchment paper or a light coating of oil on a baking dish.
- Create a flavor-packed coating by thoroughly blending Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow container.
- Transform chicken breasts into a crispy delight by generously brushing each piece with olive oil, then pressing firmly into the seasoned mixture to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Enhance the golden potential of the chicken by drizzling melted butter across the top, which will promote a delectable crisp exterior during baking.
- Place the coated chicken in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the exterior turns a rich golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165F/74C.
- For an extra layer of crunch, activate the broiler for a quick 2-3 minute finish, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Complete the dish by adorning with freshly chopped parsley and serving immediately alongside complementary sides like roasted vegetables, crisp salad, or al dente pasta.
Notes
- Prep Chicken Perfectly: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels before coating to help the Parmesan mixture stick better and create a crispier exterior.
- Customize Seasoning Blend: Adjust the spice mix by adding red pepper flakes for heat or swap Italian seasoning with herbs like thyme or rosemary for a different flavor profile.
- Ensure Even Cooking: Use chicken breasts of similar thickness to guarantee uniform cooking, or gently pound them to create consistent size before coating.
- Make It Gluten-Free: Replace regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed pork rinds for a low-carb, celiac-friendly version of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg