Crispy Breaded Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
527 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Breaded Chicken
Description
This recipe starts by flattening chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and a tender bite. The chicken is lightly seasoned and dipped sequentially in flour, beaten eggs, and a breadcrumb mixture seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and parsley for balanced flavor. Generous spraying with cooking oil allows the coating to crisp up during baking without frying.
The chicken breasts bake at 400°F until fully cooked, aiming for 165°F internal temperature to ensure safety and juiciness. The breadcrumb crust develops a chewy crispness that contrasts the tender meat. Serving freshly sliced after a brief rest helps retain moisture and makes for a pleasant texture.
Adjust cooking times if using larger or smaller chicken breasts and monitor doneness with a meat thermometer. The flavorful herbs in the coating add a mild aromatic note that complements many sides, making this chicken adaptable for dinners or sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast about 6 oz each, boneless skinless
- 2 egg beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅔ cup panko bread crumbs
- ⅔ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon basil dried
- 2 tablespoons parsley dried
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Pound chicken breasts to ½ inch thick.
- Beat eggs and set aside. Mix flour, salt and pepper in a shallow dish.
- In another dish, combine Panko, bread crumbs, and seasonings.
- Dip chicken in flour and shake off any excess.
- Dip in the egg mixture and then into the bread crumbs. Gently press the crumbs to adhere.
- Generously spray the chicken with cooking spray on each side and place on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-28 min or until the chicken reaches 165°F.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to verify chicken reaches 165°F for safety and juiciness.
- Pat chicken dry before breading to help coatings adhere better.
- If chicken pieces are large, an extra egg may be necessary for dipping.
- Press breadcrumbs gently onto the chicken to form a consistent crust.
- Spray both sides generously with cooking spray for even browning during baking.
- Avoid overbaking; chicken continues cooking slightly after removal from the oven.
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 527 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 527 | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 59g | 118% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 227mg | 76% |
| Sodium | 640mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 1010mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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