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Ultimate Juicy Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Panko

Close-up of a thick slice of juicy parmesan crusted chicken showing the white interior and golden brown, crispy crust.
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You need a weeknight chicken dinner that delivers maximum crunch and juiciness without spending hours in the kitchen. This baked Parmesan crusted chicken recipe uses Panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible golden crust. It is simple to prepare and ready fast.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the chicken: If the chicken breasts are very thick, lightly pound them to an even thickness (about 3/4 inch) for consistent cooking.
  3. Set up your dredging station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, whisk the eggs and water together. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  5. Next, dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
  6. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the Panko-Parmesan mixture, coating both sides completely to build a thick, crispy crust.
  7. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil or spray generously with cooking spray for extra browning.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) and the crust is golden brown and crispy.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps keep your chicken juicy.

Notes

  • For a restaurant-style flavor similar to Longhorn Parmesan Chicken, mix 1/4 cup of mayonnaise into your egg wash before dipping the chicken.
  • If you prefer an Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan, cook the coated breasts at 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius) for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Serve this crispy Parmesan chicken with a simple lemon butter sauce or alongside roasted asparagus for a complete, healthy Parmesan chicken meal.

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