Description
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy panko-parmesan crust, pan-fried to golden perfection. This easy and flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, and pairs wonderfully with salads, pasta, or risotto.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (roughly 2 pounds)
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
Other
- 1/3 cup olive oil, divided
- kosher salt, to season
- ground black pepper, to season
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cover each chicken breast with plastic wrap and pound to about 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and ground black pepper. Set aside.
- Set up breading stations: Arrange three shallow plates or bowls. Place all-purpose flour on the first, whisked eggs on the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, seasoned Italian breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan on the third. Lightly season each with kosher salt and black pepper and mix well.
- Bread the chicken: One at a time, dredge each chicken breast first in flour, shaking off excess, then in egg, then press into the panko-parmesan mixture to coat evenly. Shake off any excess breading and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, swirl to coat. Cook two chicken breasts at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through with a crispy crust. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate. Add remaining olive oil as needed and cook remaining chicken breasts.
- Serve: Serve immediately. Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken pairs excellently with salads, pasta dishes, or risotto for a delicious meal.
Notes
- For even cooking, pound chicken breasts to uniform thickness of 1/4 inch.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a combination of panko and Italian seasoned breadcrumbs with parmesan for maximum flavor and texture.
- Serve with Caesar salad, simple green salad, or your favorite pasta for a complete meal.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated gently 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
