Delicious Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Crispy, golden chicken with a flavorful Parmesan crust and tender juicy inside. Simple, classic, and perfect with a squeeze of lemon.

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Special Equipment: Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breasts, split and butterflied

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tsp Italian seasoning

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup all purpose flour

• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper

• 6 tbsp olive oil

• Lemon wedges optional

• Fresh parsley optional

Directions

1. Cut and flatten chicken to about 1/4 inch thick.

2. In one bowl mix flour, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. In another beat eggs. In a third mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan.

3. Season chicken with salt and pepper, dredge in flour mixture, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.

4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium and fry chicken about 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Work in batches.

5. Drain on paper towels and serve with lemon and parsley if desired.