Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken Melts are a delightful fusion of tender chicken and a crunchy, cheesy crust that will elevate any meal. With every bite, you’ll experience a satisfying crunch followed by juicy, flavorful chicken. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, this dish is quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit various tastes. Serve it fresh from the oven alongside your favorite sides for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with beaten eggs, one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan and Italian seasoning, and one for raw chicken.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the breaded chicken pieces.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg