Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Easy Parmesan Chicken, a dish that brings comfort to your table with its crispy, cheesy crust and tender chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is quick to make and sure to impress your loved ones. With savory garlic and Italian herbs mingling with rich Parmesan cheese, every bite is a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Drizzle olive oil over seasoned chicken; coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your choice of sides!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg