Description
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy, flavorful crust made from Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and a blend of herbs. Pan-fried to golden perfection, it’s a quick and delicious meal that pairs well with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cutlets and pounded to 1/2 inch thick (453.6 grams)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Coating
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (120 grams)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (112 grams)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (25 grams)
- 1/2 tablespoon dried basil
- 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Frying
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (approximately 198 grams or 236.5 ml)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking setup: Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire cooling rack on top. Set it aside to catch any excess oil from the fried chicken.
- Butterfly and pound the chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally (butterfly style). If any parts are thicker than 1/2 inch, place the chicken between plastic wrap and gently pound with a rolling pin or meat mallet until evenly thin. Pat dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set up dredging stations: Place the flour on a plate. In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, dried basil, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Coat the chicken: One at a time, dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture. Place coated chicken on the wire rack and allow to rest while heating oil.
- Heat the oil: In a heavy-bottomed large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil until it reaches 350°F (177°C) using an instant-read thermometer.
- Fry the chicken: Fry two chicken cutlets at a time for about 3 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden brown and crispy. Transfer fried chicken to the prepared wire rack and tent loosely with foil to keep warm while frying remaining pieces.
- Serve: Enjoy the Parmesan crusted chicken immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is pounded evenly to guarantee even cooking and crispy coating.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to monitor oil temperature and chicken doneness for best results.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when frying; it will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy crust.
- Tent fried chicken with foil to keep it warm and maintain crispiness.
- Can be served with a fresh salad, steamed vegetables, or pasta for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Parmesan crusted chicken, crispy chicken, fried chicken cutlets, panko crusted chicken, chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner
