Dana's Parmesan-crusted Chicken Recipe
Chicken breast, breaded and baked to perfection.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Breading Mixture
Binding Mixture
For Baking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that the chicken cooks evenly and gets crispy.
- 2
Prepare Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Make the Binding Mixture
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- 5
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In another shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, and paprika. Mix until well blended.
- 6
Bread the Chicken
Dip each chicken breast first into the binding mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Then, transfer it to the breading mixture, pressing down to adhere the crumbs and cheese. Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Chicken
Drizzle the breaded chicken breasts with olive oil or spray with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- 8
Check for Doneness
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serving
- 9
Rest and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps keep the chicken juicy. Serve with your choice of sides.
