Easy Parmesan-Crusted Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly simple yet satisfying Parmesan-Crusted Chicken. A luscious mayonnaise and Parmesan coating creates a golden, flavorful crust that seals in the chicken's natural juices, resulting in a tender and delicious main course.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
2 g
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Cholesterol
97 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
35 g
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Saturated Fat
4 g
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Sodium
384 mg
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Sugar
0 g
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Fat
23 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Gather all of your ingredients and preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
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2 mins
Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (2 minutes)
03 Step
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3 mins
In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. (3 minutes)
04 Step
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2 mins
Arrange the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping. (2 minutes)
05 Step
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3 mins
Generously spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, ensuring complete coverage. (3 minutes)
06 Step
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1 mins
Sprinkle the Italian-seasoned bread crumbs evenly over the mayonnaise-coated chicken. (1 minute)
07 Step
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22 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken should register 165°F (74°C). (22 minutes)
08 Step
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5 mins
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. (5 minutes)
For extra crispy chicken, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures they cook evenly.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses! Asiago or Romano would be delicious substitutes for Parmesan.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the mayonnaise mixture for a brighter flavor.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 296 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Camren Gusikowski
Dec 2, 2023I added a little garlic powder to the mayonnaise mixture, and it was amazing!
Felton Jerde
Oct 31, 2023This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it.
Deontae Rodriguez
Aug 6, 2023My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this chicken!
Zoey Conroy
May 29, 2022So easy and delicious! The chicken was perfectly moist.