Crispy Baked Panko Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
296 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Baked Panko Chicken
Description
The Crispy Baked Panko Chicken uses thin chicken cutlets spread with mayonnaise, which acts as a binder and adds moisture. Pressing the mayo-coated side into a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil creates a flavorful, crunchy crust during baking. The chicken is baked at a high temperature until the crust is golden and the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F.
The coating on one side balances crispiness without overwhelming the chicken, maintaining its tenderness. Optional additions like Dijon mustard or hot sauce stirred into the mayonnaise can introduce a pop of tang or heat. Using freshly grated Parmesan enhances cheesiness but any grated type also works. Baking on a sheet pan or with a wire rack helps keep the bottom crust crisp if both sides are coated.
This baked chicken serves well as a main dish paired with sides, offering a textured contrast between crunchy exterior and moist interior. It's a practical recipe for quick weeknight meals when using pre-sliced cutlets from the store to save prep time.
Butterflying chicken breasts into cutlets substitutes finely sliced store-bought chicken cutlets if preferred. Coating both sides is possible but requires air circulation to prevent sogginess.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast can buy thin-sliced chicken breast aka chicken cutlets, about 12 ounces each, sliced into chicken cutlets
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (can substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil together in a bowl.
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on top of each piece of chicken.
- Press the mayonnaise-coated side of the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture so that the breadcrumbs stick to the chicken. Place the breaded chicken breasts on the baking sheet. Spoon any leftover breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake in the oven on the top shelf for 8-10 minutes until the crumb topping is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F as checked by a meat thermometer.
Notes
- Use pre-sliced chicken cutlets or butterfly breasts to thin slices for even cooking.
- Mix Dijon mustard or hot sauce into the mayonnaise for extra flavor if desired.
- Freshly grated Parmesan adds more flavor compared to pre-grated cheese.
- Coat only one side with breadcrumbs for balanced crispiness; coat both sides if preferred, but use a wire rack to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 114mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 486mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 660mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 93IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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