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Parmesan Crusted Chicken
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Chicken uses thin chicken breast pieces marinated with fish sauce and pepper, then coated in flour, egg, and a mixture of Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and parsley. The coated chicken is pan-fried until golden and crispy, yielding a flavorful crust with a tender interior. The addition of garlic in the egg wash adds aromatic depth.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 4 fillets
Calories: 262 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, American

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breast fillet
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • black pepper ground
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3-4 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cloves garlic - crushed finely
  • ⅛ cup flour
  • neutral cooking oil for frying, generic cooking oil

Instructions

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  1. Cut each breast fillet in half horizontally to make 4 thin pieces.
  2. Marinade the breast fillet in fish sauce and pepper in a flat bowl for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Beat egg and mix in the crushed garlic. Transfer to a shallow bowl or a plate.
  4. Combine parmesan, Panko breadcrumbs and chopped parsley in a shallow bowl or a plate.
  5. Pour flour and spread evenly on a plate.
  6. Coat a chicken fillet with flour shaking off excess then dredge both sides in egg, then place on top of the parmesan mix. Press firmly to completely cover the surfaces then turn and press again.. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  7. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over high heat. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Try not to move the chicken until the side is cooked.
  8. Serve with your favorite side dish while still hot and crispy.

Nutrition Information

Calories 262kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 9.2g (3%) Protein 30.2g (60%) Fat 11.8g (18%) Saturated Fat 3.2g (16%) Cholesterol 98mg (33%) Sodium 1029mg (43%) Potassium 70mg (1%) Fiber 0.6g (2%) Sugar 0.6g (1%) Calcium 80mg (8%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 fillets

Amount Per Serving

Calories 262

% Daily Value*

Calories 262kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 9.2g 3%
Protein 30.2g 60%
Fat 11.8g 18%
Saturated Fat 3.2g 16%
Cholesterol 98mg 33%
Sodium 1029mg 43%
Potassium 70mg 1%
Fiber 0.6g 2%
Sugar 0.6g 1%
Calcium 80mg 8%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.