Baked Italian Chicken
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Baked Italian Chicken
Description
This recipe starts by tossing thin chicken cutlets in Italian dressing to impart flavor and moisture. A crumb mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt is prepared and then spread evenly over the chicken breasts, creating a textured, crisp crust when baked. Baking at a high temperature of 425°F for around 18-22 minutes ensures the chicken cooks fully while forming a golden crust.
While the chicken cooks, a tomato basil topping is made by quartering cherry tomatoes and mixing with fresh chopped basil and a pinch of salt. Once the chicken is ready, the topping adds a fresh, tangy contrast to the crispy and savory breaded chicken. This dish works well for dinner and can be paired with salads, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
Leftovers store well in airtight containers for 3–4 days in the refrigerator. Reheating can be done gently in the microwave to warm the chicken without drying it out. The recipe notes that fresh parsley can substitute basil if desired, providing some variation in herb flavor.
Ingredients
For the crispy Italian chicken
- 2 pounds chicken breast cut into 6 thin cutlets
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the tomato basil topping
- 8 ounces cherry tomato
- 2 tablespoons basil chopped, fresh
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
To make the chicken
- Preheat oven to 425˚F.
- Toss the thin chicken cutlets in the Italian dressing and set aside while you prepare the crumb mixture.
- In a medium bowl, mix the panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt together. Toss until everything is evenly distributed in the mixture.
- Lay the chicken cutlets flat on a baking sheet, avoiding transferring excess Italian dressing to the pan. Spoon the panko crumb mixture over the top of each chicken breast to coat.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp)
To prepare the tomato basil topping
- While the chicken bakes, cut the cherry tomatoes in quarters or smaller. Mix with the chopped basil and salt.
- Once the chicken is done cooking, spoon the tomato basil topping over each chicken breast and serve immediately.
Notes
- Fresh parsley may be used instead of basil for the tomato topping to vary the herb flavor.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Reheat leftover chicken in the microwave until warmed through, taking care not to overheat and dry it out.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 319kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 835mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 698mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 436IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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