Description

A quick and easy oven baked Parmesan crusted chicken recipe that delivers a crispy golden crust, juicy interior, and melty mozzarella topping. Perfect for busy families seeking a healthy, flavorful dinner with minimal cleanup. This recipe uses simple pantry staples and a short bake time for a restaurant‑style result at home.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix panko, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Dip each chicken breast in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
Place coated chicken on the prepared sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake 20‑25 minutes, adding mozzarella in the last 5 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

Notes

For extra crispness
place a wire rack under the chicken. Let the chicken rest 3 minutes before serving to retain juices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 115mg

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