Description
Looking for a crispy, flavorful, and easy dinner recipe that everyone will love? This *Garlic Parmesan Crusted Chicken* is a total game-changer. Juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy parmesan-panko crust, pan-fried to golden perfection. It’s a go-to for quick dinners, meal prep, or even a protein-packed snack. Whether you’re after quick dinner ideas, easy chicken recipes, or family-friendly meals, this one’s a keeper!
Ingredients
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced or pounded thin)
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, finely minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil (or as needed for frying)
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets, or pound to ½-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko, parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
3. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, then dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add chicken in batches and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let rest. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Pound the chicken evenly to ensure it cooks uniformly and stays juicy.
For extra crunch, refrigerate breaded chicken for 15 minutes before frying.
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and melting quality.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: easy dinner, garlic chicken, parmesan crusted chicken, quick meal, crispy chicken