Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A quick and satisfying dinner featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan crust, perfect for busy weeknights.
- 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
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cauliflower (for mash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk together the eggs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken in the grated Parmesan cheese, pressing gently to ensure it adheres well.
- Arrange the coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Steam or boil the cauliflower until tender, then mash it, adding salt and pepper to taste for creaminess.
- Plate your Parmesan crusted chicken alongside the creamy cauliflower mash and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or oregano to the egg wash. Don’t rush the baking time; allow the chicken to become golden for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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