Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, and olive oil until well combined.
- Press each chicken breast into the mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated chicken on a greased baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or adding crushed garlic to the coating mixture. To maintain crispiness when reheating leftovers, use the oven at 350°F.