Description
Classic Garlic Parmesan Chicken delivers a mouthwatering blend of crispy, herbed coating with tender meat. Succulent chicken breasts emerge golden and flavorful, promising a delightful meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 oz) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml / 4 oz) panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 oz) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Preparation: Set oven to 375F (190C), establishing an optimal cooking environment for achieving a crisp, golden-brown chicken exterior.
- Coating Creation: Blend Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, ensuring uniform distribution of seasonings for a robust flavor profile.
- Chicken Transformation: Brush chicken breasts with olive oil, creating a perfect adhesive surface for the seasoned coating, then meticulously press each piece into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture to achieve complete, even coverage.
- Baking Technique: Position coated chicken breasts on a parchment-lined or greased baking sheet, allowing sufficient space for heat circulation, and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165F (74C) and the exterior turns a tempting golden-brown.
- Finishing Touch: Remove chicken from the oven, letting it rest briefly to redistribute juices and set the crisp coating, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous presentation.
Notes
- Optimize Coating Technique: Press the breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the chicken to create a thick, even layer that locks in moisture and maximizes crunch.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to accurately check the internal temperature, preventing overcooking and ensuring juicy chicken every time.
- Moisture Preservation: Brush chicken generously with olive oil to help create a golden-brown crust while keeping the meat tender and preventing dryness.
- Customize Flavor Profiles: Experiment with alternative herbs like thyme or rosemary, or swap Parmesan for pecorino to personalize the dish and explore different taste combinations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 408
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 102 mg