Description
Juicy boneless chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb crust, pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven, topped with a bright and tangy lemon butter sauce. This easy yet elegant dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for finishing the chicken after searing.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken breast first into the beaten eggs to moisten, then dredge thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating evenly.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in an oven-safe skillet. Add the coated chicken breasts and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is cooked through and juicy.
- Make Lemon Sauce: While the chicken bakes, whisk together butter, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and chopped parsley in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Once chicken is cooked, spoon the warm tangy lemon sauce generously over each piece before serving to add bright, buttery flavor.
Notes
- Serve this chicken with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Using chicken cutlets instead of whole breasts will reduce cooking time.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
