Description

This Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy panko and parmesan crust, pan-fried to golden perfection. It’s a quick and easy dish that delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with a crispy exterior, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it with a salad, pasta, or risotto for a complete meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (roughly 2 pounds)

Coating

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

For Cooking & Seasoning

1/3 cup olive oil, divided
Kosher salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the chicken: Cover each chicken breast with plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound it to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of ground black pepper. Set aside.
Set up the dredging stations: In three separate large plates or shallow bowls, place the flour in the first, the whisked eggs in the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, seasoned Italian breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan in the third. Lightly season each with kosher salt and black pepper, mixing to combine.
Coat the chicken: Working one at a time, dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg wash, and finally press into the breadcrumb-parmesan mixture to coat thoroughly. Shake off excess 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, avoiding overcrowding, for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Add the remaining olive oil as needed and repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
Serve: Serve the crispy parmesan crusted chicken immediately with your choice of sides such as a simple salad, Caesar salad, pasta, or risotto. Enjoy your flavorful and crispy chicken!

Notes

Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to ensure the chicken breasts are evenly thin for uniform cooking.
Season each coating station lightly with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
Do not overcrowd the skillet to maintain a crispy crust and even browning.
Use a mix of panko and Italian seasoned breadcrumbs for added texture and taste.
This chicken pairs beautifully with salads, pasta dishes, or risotto for a complete meal.
For juicier chicken, avoid overcooking by monitoring the cooking time closely.

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