Description
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy panko and Parmesan mixture, pan-fried to golden perfection. This easy-to-make dish offers a juicy interior with a flavorful, crispy crust, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Preparation
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (roughly 2 pounds)
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season
Breading
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly whisked
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup seasoned Italian breadcrumbs
- Heaping 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking
- 1/3 cup olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cover each chicken breast with plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and ground black pepper.
- Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange three shallow bowls or plates: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, seasoned Italian breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan. Lightly season each with salt and pepper and mix well.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a thorough coating. Shake off excess breading and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 3 to 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, swirl to coat the pan. Cook two chicken breasts at a time for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the crust turns golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate. Add remaining olive oil as needed and repeat with remaining pieces.
- Serve: Enjoy the crispy Parmesan chicken immediately. It pairs wonderfully with salads, pasta, or risotto for a complete meal.
Notes
- For even cooking, pound chicken breasts to uniform thickness.
- Using a mix of panko and seasoned Italian breadcrumbs adds extra flavor and texture.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the pan to maintain crispiness.
- Serve with a Caesar salad, simple green salad, pasta, or risotto for a balanced meal.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 oz chicken cutlet
- Calories: 569 kcal
- Sugar: 0.8 g
- Sodium: 577.7 mg
- Fat: 29.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14.8 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 58.4 g
- Cholesterol: 243.3 mg
