Ultimate Juicy Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Panko
Make this ultimate juicy baked Parmesan crusted chicken for a crispy, flavorful dinner that is easy enough for any weeknight. We use Panko breadcrumbs for maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 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
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or spray it well with cooking spray.
- Prepare the chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness, about 3/4 inch thick. This helps them cook evenly and stay juicy.
- Set up your dredging stations in three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, place the beaten eggs. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix these dry ingredients well.
- Dredge the chicken: Take one chicken breast and lightly coat it completely in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the Panko-Parmesan mixture, coating both sides completely. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the crusted chicken with cooking spray to help achieve a golden-brown finish.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden brown and crispy. The exact time depends on the thickness of your chicken.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve this crispy Parmesan chicken with a side salad or pasta for a complete, easy chicken dinner.
Notes
- For an Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken variation, cook at 380°F (195°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. This method also yields a very crispy result.
- If you want a restaurant style Parmesan chicken similar to Longhorn, consider topping the chicken with a mixture of mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking instead of using the egg wash/Panko method for the topping layer.
- To make this a Lemon Parmesan Chicken, add the zest of one lemon to the Panko mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 45
- Cholesterol: 130