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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast
5 ingredient, 10 minute magic this ultra crispy PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN is insane!Juicy chicken on the inside, and a crazy, crunchy golden crust on the outside. Made without breadcrumbs,this is an incredible easyhealthy chicken recipe.
Serve with silky cauliflower mash and a drizzle of browned butter for the ultimate gluten free, low-carb meal!
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
In case you cant tell from the photo (really??!), this chicken recipe is all about the parmesan crust.
Its crunchy, its golden, its packed with flavourand perfectly seasoned so other than the teeniest tiniest pinch of salt in the egg mixture, you dont need to add any salt or other seasonings at all.
Also, no mucking around with flour either. I tried it with and without, and for shredded parmesan, it didnt glue it on any better so I opt to skip it.
Which means this chicken recipe is 100% gluten free and a super low carb meal option.
How to make Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Its honestly as simple as this:
Doesnt that parmesan crust look incredible?? That colour aint from Photoshopping, thats the colour it actually is. For the cynics out there see? Evidence. Havent touched the saturation slider!!
This is a super quick dinner. If this is in your pan for longer than 6 minutes, youve overcooked the chicken. Speed is imperative here. High heat and speed! (We like speed for midweek meals, dont we? )
In keeping with the low-carb theme of this recipe, I opted to go for a cauliflower mash rather than my usual potato. And fancied it up with the tiniest drizzle of browned butter just 1/2 tsp drizzled over the mash makes a world of difference because its so fragrant and has such an intense, rich flavour. Honestly, if you arent a fan of cauliflower mash, try it with browned butter and I bet you scoff it down like crazy!
Mmmm, just dream of that silky cauliflower puree paired with that crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken. its the perfect bite.
LOW CARB DINNER OF CHAMPIONS!! Nagi x
PS In case you were wondering, going low-carb was not a New Years Resolution. This is accidentally low-carb. Sorry to disappoint, to those who were hoping for more low-carb meals. I can try. But I cannot promise.
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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Author: Nagi
Prep: 7 minutes mins
Cook: 8 minutes mins
Total: 15 minutes mins
Servings4
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Recipe video above. This ultra crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken is 5 ingredient, 10 minute magic that happens to be gluten free. The idea with this recipe is that shredded parmesan melts, tuns golden and adheres to the chicken, forming a crust. Parmesan has such an intense flavour that you don't need any other seasonings in this. It tastes like schnitzel, but the coating flavour is far stronger and crunchier (but no carbs!) but is not as thick as a traditional breadcrumb coating. Serve it with cauliflower mash with browned butter for the ultimate low-carb meal!
Instructions
Cut each breast in half horizontally to make 4 steaks. If they are much thicker than 1.75 cm / 3/4" thick (at the thickest point), pound a bit.
Place egg, garlic, pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk with fork.
Place parmesan in a shallow bowl.
Dredge chicken in egg, then place in parmesan CUT SIDE DOWN (Note 3). Press, then turn. Coat with extra parmesan, press. Shake off excess. Repeat with remaining chicken.
Melt butter and heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
Place chicken in non-stick skillet (or well seasoned cast iron skillet). DO NOT MOVE chicken otherwise the cheese will slide off surface before it adheres! It adheres once it turns crispy.
Press down lightly with spatula.Lift a corner to take a peek and turn with tongs when it's deep golden brown (3 minutes for me).
Cook the other side for 3 minutes or until also deep golden brown and crispy (again, do not move until golden). Lightly press down with spatula. Don't cook longer than 6 minutes in total - dries out the chicken.
- Serve immediately! I served mine with lemon slices, Cauliflower Mash and a Fennel Slaw with Yoghurt Dressing (Note 5).
Recipe Notes:
*** Also don't miss: Baked Parmesan Crusted Potatoes and Cauliflower! ***1. This recipe won't work as well with thigh or other chicken cuts because you need a relatively large flat surface area for the parmesan to adhere to. Even tenderloin won't work as well.It will work with other meat cuts with flat surfaces, like chops and steaks as long as they will cook in about 6 - 8 minutes, the time it takes for the parmesan to turn golden brown and crispy.2. This recipe needs to be made with store bought shredded parmesan, the thin strands pictured in the post and video. It doesn't work as well with the sandy parmesan (crust not as thick), nor parmesan that's been finely grated or grated using a standard box-grater. The store bought shredded parmesan is perfect because it adheres enough to the chicken and it melts which is what makes it super crunchy.However, in contrast, baked Parmesan Crusted Potatoes and Cauliflower, the sandy parmesan works best. (And no, baking the chicken doesn't work, I tried, the juices prevent the parmesan from going crisp).3. The cut side of the breast is the side that gets the best crust because it is flat. So this is the side we want to press extra parmesan on!4. Simple Fennel Slaw with Yoghurt Dressing: Nice and fresh contrast to the strong parmesan crust flavour! Just shaved fennel, some fennel fronds + finely sliced red onion. For dressing, mix plain yoghurt, lemon juice, bit of olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Toss fennel in dressing.5. Nutrition per serving. This takes into account that there will be about 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese leftover / falls off and 1 1/2 tbsp of oil / butter left in the skillet (I measured!)
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 164gCalories: 378cal (19%)
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our Affiliate PolicyParmesan Crusted Chicken is a quick and easy recipe to add to your chicken dinner repertoire! Chicken cutlets are breaded in parmesan cheese and bread crumbs, and pan fried until crispy. Thistasty chicken is the perfect easy dinner to serve on busy weeknights. Kids love it and so do the adults.
Do you make chicken dinners a couple of times a week? Then you and your family will love this easy Parmesan Crusted Chicken! Chicken breasts are super juicy and tender thanks to the fast cooking method. Mm Its also good that the chicken is so crispy on the outside!
If you love cooking, you will find that this pan fried chicken recipepairs up very well with pasta such asLouisiana Chicken Pasta, orBaked Ziti. I also love serving it over Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.Its a perfectly easy chicken recipe for a quick and delicious dinner. So delicious and simple!
What kind of chicken works best?
THIN, FLAT AND EVEN CHICKEN BREASTS. The chicken breast that works best is thin, flat and even. If the chicken you bought is thick as it usually is, make sure to half each chicken breast horizontally. Once you do that, you get 4 thin chicken fillets. Just perfect, isnt it?
CHICKEN TENDERS. You can also use chicken tenders to make parmesan crusted chicken.
Parmesan crusted chicken and cheese
FINE SHREDDED cheese, oh cheese! I used store bought shredded Parmesan cheese. But I do recommend to use the fine shredded cheese or grated cheese.The finer you grate you Parmesan cheese, the better!
SHRED or GRATE YOUR OWN CHEESE! Especially if you happen to own one of those lemon zesters at home. I always use it to shred my cheese! I get such a nice fine shredded texture from my Parmesan cheese block. By the way, thinner cheese texture will also help it stick and stay on the Parmesan crusted chicken better.
How should I season chicken breasts?
ITALIAN SEASONING and GARLIC POWDER. When I make this Parmesan Crusted Chicken I always prepare a special dredging mixture. This delicious mixture includes salt, pepper garlic powder and dried Italian seasoning.
FRESH HERBS. However, when I have fresh herbs available I use those. I love fresh rosemary or thyme and use them instead or along with the Italian seasoning.
How should I coat chicken breasts?
- First, paper towel dry the chicken and then prepare two bowls. One is for the egg, salt, pepper and seasoning. The other bowl is for the parmesan breading mixture. Next, you should whisk the egg slightly.
- Now its time to dredge each chicken breast piece in egg mixture.After that place in parmesan mixture andpress. Turn to coat the other side of the chicken with parmesan mixture and press again.
- Repeat with remaining chicken pieces and place each coated parmesan chicken onto a plate or a cutting board.
How to reheat parmesan crusted chicken
Do you ever find yourself struggling to reheat chicken the right way? I do too! Thats why I recommend eating this Parmesan crusted chicken fresh out of the skillet. But if I do have leftovers this is what I would usually do.
USE OVEN. I simply heat up parmesan crusted chicken breasts in the oven at 350 F to get the coating crispy once again.
CAN I MICROWAVE? I wouldnt suggest microwaving them. Microwaving will put too much moisture into the chicken crust and the coating wont be so crispy any more.
What to serve Parmesan Crusted Chicken with
Before I made this Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe, I had no idea what an easy chicken recipe that was! And what a a great option it is for a weeknight dinner! I liked it so much that I made this parmesan crusted chicken recipe in various combinations. Its so versatile! You can use it as a main dish, or accompanied by pasta. You can also slice this chicken and use it in your salad.
I love having a salad with this Parmesan Crusted Chicken. I can slice it up and serve it along this healthySpinach Salad, or my warm Brussels Sprout Salad. Just make sure to slice the chicken!
You can also serve these chicken breasts with Creamy Pastaor Mashed Potatoes. And finally enjoy it with cooked vegetables, such as spinach or broccoli.
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Pan Seared Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe
Thin chicken breasts are are coated in Parmesan, egg, and bread crumbs, and pan seared until crispy! Kids love it and so do the adults.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Keyword: pan seared chicken, parmesan crusted chicken, skillet chicken
Servings: 4
Author: Olya
Instructions
First, paper towel dry the chicken and then prepare two bowls. One is for the egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Next, you should whisk the egg mixture slightly.
The second bowl is for the parmesan, bread crumbs and flour.
Now its time to dredge each chicken breast piece in egg/seasoning mixture. After that place in parmesan mixture and press. Turn to coat the other side of the chicken with parmesan mixture and press again.
Repeat with remaining chicken pieces and place each coated parmesan chicken onto a plate or a cutting board.
MELT butter and ADDolive oil on medium high heat in a skillet (stainless steel, cast iron skillet or non-stick).
PLACE COATED CHICKEN in skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes one one side. DO NOT MOVE chicken otherwise the cheese will slide off surface before it adheres! Press down lightly with a spatula.
TURN WITH TONGS when the first side is golden brown and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes. Do not cook for more than a total of 6-8 minutes just set the timer and flip when it beeps.
CHECK FOR DONENESS to make sure the chicken is fully cooked and not pink. If not, lower the heat and cook for a couple more minutes.
SERVE immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Pan Seared Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 452Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 199mg66%
Sodium 917mg40%
Potassium 746mg21%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 48g96%
Vitamin A 285IU6%
Vitamin C 2.1mg3%
Calcium 233mg23%
Iron 3.2mg18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only. This information comes from online calculators. Although whatsinthepan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.
