Crispy Baked Chicken Breasts
Elevate your dinner game with these irresistibly crispy baked chicken breasts, a light and flavorful alternative to fried chicken. Coated in a perfectly seasoned mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic spices like garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, these juicy chicken breasts achieve their signature crunch straight from the oven—no deep frying necessary. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Finished with a golden-brown crust, these chicken breasts pair beautifully with roasted veggies, salad, or your favorite dipping sauce. Plus, by baking instead of frying, you'll enjoy all the crispiness without the added grease—an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.33 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for greasing the baking sheet)
- optional Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet with 2 tablespoons of olive oil or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures even cooking.
To make the breading, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Mix well.
In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs until combined. In a third shallow bowl, add the all-purpose flour.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then coat them in flour, shaking off any excess.
Dip the floured chicken pieces into the beaten egg, ensuring they are fully coated.
Press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring the entire surface is coated with the crispy breading. Repeat for all chicken breasts.
Place the breaded chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spritz the tops with cooking spray to help achieve a crispy coating.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the chicken breasts halfway through cooking to ensure both sides are golden brown and crispy.
To confirm the chicken is fully cooked, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast; it should read 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.6 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1004 mg | 335% | |
| Sodium | 3405 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 264.5 g | 529% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 720 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2208 mg | 47% | |
*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.
