Description
A quick and easy 5-ingredient dinner featuring boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 680g)
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (110g) or panko for extra crunch
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- About 3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or in a zip-top bag. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken until it’s about ½ inch (1.25 cm) thick and even all around.
- In one shallow bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine the grated Parmesan and breadcrumbs with about ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, then press firmly into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mix, coating both sides well. Set aside on a plate.
- Heat about 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts without crowding the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until deep golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Let rest for 2-3 minutes to keep the crust crispy and juices redistributed.
- Slice if desired and serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best crispiness. Press the coating firmly onto the chicken. Moderate heat to avoid burning the crust. Let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy and crispy. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko. Baking alternative: bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 460
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Protein: 40
Keywords: crispy chicken, Parmesan crusted chicken, easy chicken recipe, 5-ingredient dinner, quick chicken dinner, weeknight meal