Kid-Friendly Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A delightful dish with a crispy, cheesy coating that kids love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
- Dip each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coating on both sides.
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the chicken or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk before coating. Consider adding herbs or spices to the breadcrumb mixture for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg