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Ultimate Juicy Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Panko

Cross-section of perfectly cooked parmesan crusted chicken showing juicy white meat and a golden, crispy crust.
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You will make incredibly juicy chicken breasts with a super crispy, golden crust using this easy baked recipe. This is a perfect weeknight chicken dinner that tastes like restaurant style parmesan chicken.

Ingredients

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

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, place them between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them gently to an even 3/4-inch thickness. This helps them cook evenly and stay juicy.
  3. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In the second dish, whisk the eggs and water together. In the third dish, mix the Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  5. Dip the floured chicken into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off.
  6. Press the chicken firmly into the Panko-Parmesan mixture, coating both sides completely. Press the coating on so it adheres well for a crispy finish.
  7. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
  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. Cooking time depends on thickness.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve this easy chicken dinner with a side salad or pasta.

Notes

  • For an Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan version, spray the coated chicken lightly with cooking spray. Air fry at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
  • To achieve a Longhorn Chicken Copycat flavor, you can mix 1/4 cup of mayonnaise into the egg wash step before dipping the chicken.
  • If you want a Lemon Parmesan Chicken variation, add the zest of one lemon to the Panko mixture.

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