Dairy-Free Crispy Breaded Chicken with Cheese
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Dairy-Free Crispy Breaded Chicken with Cheese—a mouthwatering, allergy-friendly twist on a timeless favorite. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a savory blend of gluten-free panko breadcrumbs and spices, pan-fried to golden perfection, and finished with a bubbly, melted layer of dairy-free mozzarella cheese. A touch of fresh parsley adds the perfect pop of freshness to every bite. With a quick 20-minute prep time and the use of simple, wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk and olive oil, this recipe delivers crispy, cheesy indulgence that’s completely dairy-free and gluten-free. Ideal for anyone seeking comfort food made healthier, this dish is guaranteed to become a new family favorite! Serve it with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad for a balanced, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1.5 cups Gluten-free panko breadcrumbs
- 2 Eggs
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Dairy-free mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Place the chicken breasts on a clean surface, and if they are thick, use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch. This ensures even cooking.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs lightly and whisk in the unsweetened almond milk to create an egg wash.
In another shallow bowl, spread out the gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge it in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. You might need to do this in batches to avoid crowding the pan.
Once browned, transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet.
Sprinkle the dairy-free mozzarella cheese evenly over each piece of chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Top with freshly chopped parsley before serving for added color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.3 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 964 mg | 321% | |
| Sodium | 5838 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.4 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 250.7 g | 501% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1721 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2330 mg | 50% | |
*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.
