Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: First things first—set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil. This helps the chicken bake evenly while ensuring it doesn’t stick to the dish.
- Prepare the Breading Station: In a shallow dish, mix together the bread crumbs, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. In another dish, beat the eggs with the milk, creating an egg wash. Finally, pour the flour into a third dish.
- Dredge the Chicken: Take each chicken breast and dredge it in the flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Shake off any excess flour before dipping it into the egg wash. Once it’s well-coated in the egg mixture, place it in the bread crumb mixture and press down so the crumbs stick to the chicken.
- Pan-Fry the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown. You’re not cooking the chicken all the way through here, just giving it a nice crust.
- Transfer to Oven: Once the chicken breasts are golden and crispy, place them into the prepared baking dish. Now, it’s time to add the cheesy goodness.
- Top with Cheese: Mix the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese with the mozzarella and minced garlic. Generously sprinkle this mixture over each chicken breast.
- Bake: Pop the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the chicken from the oven and serve immediately. Trust me, the smell alone will have your guests or family running to the table!
Notes
- Adjust the seasoning: If you like a bit more flavor, feel free to add some paprika or cayenne pepper to the bread crumb mixture for a kick of heat.
- Don’t skip the pan-frying step: This step is crucial for getting that crispy exterior. It ensures your Parmesan Crusted Chicken has a perfect golden-brown crust before it even hits the oven.
- Use a meat thermometer: To avoid undercooking or overcooking the chicken, use a meat thermometer. It’s the most accurate way to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F, keeping it juicy and safe to eat.
- Garlic lovers: If you’re a big fan of garlic, go ahead and double the minced garlic for extra flavor. You can even rub some garlic into the chicken breasts before breading them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying and Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 550kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 180mg