Description
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe offers a deliciously crispy and flavorful main course that’s easy to prepare. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a crispy crust made from Parmesan cheese and Italian breadcrumbs, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal served with pasta, salad, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs (use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 1/4 cup olive oil, or more as needed for frying
To Serve (Optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin to ensure they cook evenly. Set aside.
- Set up Dredging Stations: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of grated Parmesan cheese, Italian-style breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the crust.
- Heat the Oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, ensuring the oil coats the bottom of the pan evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the coated chicken breasts to the skillet and fry for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Drain and Serve: Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, finish cooking the chicken by baking it in a preheated 425°F (220°C) oven for 5 to 7 minutes after pan-frying.
- Serve this chicken over pasta, fresh salad, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour and Italian-style breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F to guarantee it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
