Yesss — Herbed Parmesan Crusted Chicken is golden, crispy, cheesy perfection with a savory herb kick. It’s giving fancy vibes with weeknight effort 😎🧀🌿
🌿 Herbed Parmesan Crusted Chicken
🛒 Ingredients:
For the chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 thin cutlets)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated = 🔥)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or Italian-style)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of thyme, oregano, basil)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan-frying)
🔥 Instructions:
- Prep the Chicken:
- Slice breasts in half horizontally to make thin cutlets, or pound to even thickness.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Breading Station:
- Plate 1: Flour
- Plate 2: Beaten eggs
- Plate 3: Mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and herbs
- Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then coat generously in the herbed Parmesan mixture. Press to help it stick.
- Cook:
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden, crispy, and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan if you’re feelin’ fancy.
🍽️ Perfect Pairings:
- Creamy mashed potatoes or garlic butter pasta
- Roasted veggies or lemony greens
- Marinara sauce or aioli for dipping
This chicken is crispy, cheesy, herby, and totally irresistible. Want a baked or air-fried version? Or how to turn this into a sandwich or salad topper? Say the word!
