Crispy Parmesan Chicken Breast (Print version)

Chicken breasts baked in parmesan crust, paired with creamy garlic mashed potatoes.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Coating

02 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Egg wash

07 - 2 large eggs

→ Mashed Potatoes

08 - 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
09 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 - 1/2 cup whole milk
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make:

01 - Combine grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
02 - Beat eggs in a separate shallow bowl until smooth.
03 - Dip each chicken breast first into the egg wash, then press firmly into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture to evenly coat.
04 - Arrange the coated chicken breasts on a greased baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes.
06 - While potatoes cook, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
07 - Drain cooked potatoes and return to the pot. Add warm garlic butter, milk, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and mash until creamy and smooth.
08 - Plate crispy Parmesan chicken alongside garlic mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to garnish.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Uses basic ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
  • Bakes in under 35 minutes for a fuss free meal
  • No frying so less mess and easier cleanup
  • Crowd pleaser that even picky eaters devour
02 -
  • High in protein and satisfying enough for a complete meal
  • Leftovers are just as crunchy when reheated in the oven
  • Pairs well with lots of sides from salads to pasta
03 -
  • Let the breaded chicken rest for five minutes before baking This helps set the crust
  • Use a rack fitted over your baking sheet for the crispiest crust all around
  • Always use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor and aroma
  • Make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking for that perfectly even golden color

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