Here’s a delicious way to make Garlic Parmesan Crusted Chicken — crispy, flavorful, and cheesy on the outside while tender on the inside. 🍗🧄🧀
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko works best for extra crunch)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp butter, melted (or olive oil)
🍗 Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 400°F / 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prep Chicken
- Pat chicken breasts dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Make the Crust Mixture
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Add melted butter or drizzle olive oil and mix until crumbs are evenly coated.
- Coat the Chicken
- Press chicken breasts into the breadcrumb mixture, making sure both sides are coated well.
- Bake
- Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake 20–25 minutes (depending on thickness) until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and crust is golden brown.
- Optional Finish
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh touch.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Over pasta with a light garlic butter sauce
- With roasted veggies or a simple salad
- Alongside mashed potatoes or rice
If you want, I can also give you a version that’s pan-fried for extra crunch instead of baking — it makes the crust even crispier!
Do you want me to do that?
