Description
Garlic Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a delightful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a crispy, savory coating of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Panko breadcrumbs. This recipe guarantees a satisfying crunch paired with the richness of tender chicken, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its simple preparation and robust flavors, this dish quickly becomes a staple in any kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by spraying it with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and olive oil until well combined.
- Evenly coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve immediately and consider drizzling with remaining olive oil for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg