Kid-Friendly Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A golden, crispy chicken dish that is a surefire crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain its crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg