Crispy Parmesan Broccoli Chicken Trays (Print version)

Tender chicken and vibrant broccoli topped with a savory Parmesan-panko crust, roasted together on a single tray for an effortless dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces

→ Chicken

02 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (5–6 oz each)

→ Topping

03 - ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ For Serving

10 - Lemon wedges
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Place broccoli florets and chicken breasts on the prepared tray in a single layer with space between pieces.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly coated and crumbly.
04 - Sprinkle half of the Parmesan-panko mixture over the broccoli and the remaining half over the chicken breasts. Gently press the topping onto each piece to ensure adhesion.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 22–25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the panko topping is golden brown and crisp.
06 - If desired, broil for 1–2 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
07 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 2–3 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one tray, which means less cleanup and more time to actually enjoy your meal.
  • The chicken stays impossibly tender while the broccoli gets crispy at the edges, giving you two textures in every bite.
  • That Parmesan-panko topping tastes indulgent but takes five minutes to throw together.
02 -
  • Don't skip patting the chicken dry before arranging it on the tray; moisture is the enemy of a crispy crust.
  • If your chicken breasts are thicker than an inch, gently pound them to even thickness so they cook uniformly with the broccoli.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to know exactly when your chicken is done—it removes all guesswork and prevents the dry chicken regret that haunts home cooks.
  • Let freshly grated Parmesan sit at room temperature for a few minutes before mixing into the topping; cold cheese clumps instead of coating evenly.
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