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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan and Panko breadcrumb crust, delivering a flavorful and satisfying main dish.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts or 4 chicken cutlets
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese finely shredded
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 4 portions lemon wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, then season with salt and Italian seasoning.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can bake the chicken in the oven instead of pan-frying.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg