Crispy Oven Baked Parmesan Chicken
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Crispy Oven Baked Parmesan Chicken recipe! Perfectly seasoned and coated with a golden, crunchy Parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, this chicken is baked—not fried—making it a healthier yet equally delicious alternative to traditional fried chicken. With hints of garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of paprika, every bite bursts with flavor. Quick and simple to prepare in just 45 minutes, it's an easy weeknight dinner idea that feels gourmet. Serve it with a crisp green salad or roasted veggies for a mouthwatering meal everyone will love. Whether you're craving something crispy, cheesy, or simply irresistible, this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil or nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If the chicken pieces are very thick, consider pounding them to an even thickness of about 1 inch for even cooking.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and ground black pepper.
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
In a third shallow dish, mix the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it is well coated on all sides. Shake off any excess flour.
Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, making sure it is fully coated.
Press the chicken firmly into the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing down gently to adhere the coating to the chicken. Ensure all sides are coated evenly.
Place the coated chicken pieces onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly drizzle olive oil over the tops or spray them with nonstick cooking spray to promote a crispy crust.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite side dishes, such as a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.7 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1026 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 4560 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.2 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 270.6 g | 541% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 893 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2096 mg | 45% | |
*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.
