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A close-up of several pieces of Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken, golden brown and sprinkled with parsley, on a white platter.

Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken

This recipe for Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken delivers a crunchy, cheesy, and irresistible meal that is healthy and keto-friendly. It's a go-to dinner that is simple to prepare and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Course: Dinner
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into cutlets
For the Coating
  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 c panko breadcrumbs
  • ⅔ c grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
Optional Garnish
  • Chopped parsley or basil to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow bowls
  • Whisk
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Instant read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the butter, olive oil, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, or until butter melts. Whisk until very smooth.
  3. Combine the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a second shallow bowl. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally through the center. Open them up like a book and slice all the way through to create two thinner pieces per breast.
  5. Dredge one piece of chicken through the butter mixture, then transfer to the parmesan mixture. Press to adhere the coating, then flip the chicken to coat the other side. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the chicken pieces once halfway through. Use an instant read thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
  7. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe was created during a busy week, aiming for a dish that was crunchy, cheesy, irresistible, healthy, and keto-friendly. Experimentation with coatings and baking techniques led to this perfect balance of crispiness and flavor, making it a popular choice for home cooks and athletes.

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