Description
Crispy, golden chicken breasts coated in a flavorful Parmesan crust, creating a quick and delicious Italian-American main course perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating Mixture
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner pieces that will cook evenly and quickly.
- Make the coating mixture: In a bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly to integrate the flavors.
- Beat the egg: In a separate bowl, beat the egg until smooth to act as a binding agent for the coating.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the beaten egg to moisten, then dredge evenly in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, ensuring full coverage on all sides.
- Heat the pan: Place a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to heat sufficiently for frying.
- Cook the chicken: Fry the coated chicken pieces for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot: Once cooked, serve the Parmesan-crusted chicken immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs for an extra crispy crust.
- For a healthier alternative, you can bake the coated chicken in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 18 to 20 minutes instead of pan-frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
