Created on August 25th, 2025 at 04:06 pm
Golden, juicy, and packed with flavor
Looking for a quick but impressive dinner? This Parmesan crusted chicken recipe is a family favorite that delivers crispy golden crust, juicy chicken, and loads of flavor in just 30 minutes. Whether you serve it with fresh greens, pasta, or a light garlic sauce, it’s one of those fast family dinners you’ll make again and again. Perfect for busy weeknights, easy entertaining, or when you need dinner ideas to feed a crowd. Best of all, you can prep it ahead or even freeze for later—making this classic dish as practical as it is delicious. ✨🍋
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
📝 Ingredients List
For Breading:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ⅔ cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs (such as Progresso)
- ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, chives, or rosemary)
For Chicken:
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds), pounded ¼” thick
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Mixing bowls (3 shallow bowls for breading)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Tongs for flipping chicken
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Set up breading station:
- Bowl 1: flour
- Bowl 2: beaten eggs
- Bowl 3: breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Prep chicken: Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Bread chicken:
- Dredge each breast in flour (shake off excess).
- Dip in egg mixture, letting extra drip away.
- Coat in breadcrumb-Parmesan mix, pressing gently for a crispy crust.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- Serve hot: Plate with lemon wedges and optional arugula salad. 🍋🥗
💡 Pro Tips
- Make Ahead: Bread chicken up to 1 day in advance and refrigerate.
- Freezer Friendly: Freeze breaded chicken before cooking for up to 3 months.
- Reheat Trick: Use the oven (375°F) to keep the crust crispy—avoid the microwave.
- Serving Idea: Pair with arugula salad, pasta with garlic sauce, or roasted veggies.
📊 Nutrition Table (Per Serving)
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 plate | 562 | 48g | 25g | 28g | 1g | 1g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
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