Description
This Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful blend of panko and parmesan, pan-fried to a golden, crunchy perfection. Easy to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this dish pairs wonderfully with salads, pasta, or risotto.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Preparation
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (roughly 2 pounds)
- Kosher salt & ground black pepper, to season
Breading
- 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
Cooking
- 1/3 cup olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place a chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound it with a meat mallet or rolling pin until it reaches a uniform thickness of about 1/4 inch. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and ground black pepper. Repeat for all four breasts and set aside.
- Set up breading stations: Arrange three shallow bowls or plates. Place the flour in the first, whisked eggs in the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, seasoned Italian breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan in the third. Lightly season each mixture with kosher salt and black pepper and mix well.
- Bread the chicken: One at a time, dredge each chicken breast lightly in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into the eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then press into the panko and parmesan mixture, ensuring full coating. Shake off excess breading and place on a plate. Repeat with all chicken breasts.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, swirl to coat the pan. Cook two chicken breasts at a time to avoid overcrowding, frying for 2-3 minutes per side until the crust is golden and crispy and the chicken is cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Add remaining olive oil to the pan as needed, and repeat with the remaining breasts.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the crispy parmesan chicken immediately alongside a simple salad, Caesar salad, pasta, or risotto for a delicious meal.
Notes
- This recipe creates the cheesiest, easiest crispy parmesan crusted chicken breasts, perfect for any occasion.
- Using pounded chicken cutlets ensures even cooking and tender results.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan to maintain the crispiness of the crust.
- Serve with salads, pasta dishes, or risotto to complement the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 oz chicken cutlet
- Calories: 569
- Sugar: 0.8 g
- Sodium: 577.7 mg
- Fat: 29.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22.9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14.8 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 58.4 g
- Cholesterol: 243.3 mg
