Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A simple yet elegant dish featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (can be modified)
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil, ensuring they’re evenly coated.
- Press each breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a good coating adheres to the chicken.
- Arrange the coated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For an extra crispy crust, consider broiling the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking. Let the coated chicken rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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