Breaded Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Breaded Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts are perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are pounded to even thickness, seasoned with zesty lemon zest, garlic powder, and spices, then coated in a crunchy Parmesan-panko breadcrumb mixture. Pan-seared to perfection before finishing in the oven, the result is a delightfully crisp crust with tender, flavorful meat inside. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice adds a bright citrusy tang, elevating each bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a refreshing salad, or your favorite side. Perfect for weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch to ensure they cook evenly.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon zest.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon water, and one with panko breadcrumbs combined with Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the panko-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Add two of the breaded chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and repeat with the remaining two tablespoons of oil and chicken breasts.
Place all the browned chicken breasts back into the skillet or onto a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice for extra zesty flavor.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.5 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 984 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 3701 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 244.3 g | 489% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2004 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
