Baked Chicken with Breadcrumbs
A simple and tasty baked chicken dish with a crispy breadcrumb coating, perfect for a family dinner or a weeknight meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 350cal
Carbohydrate: 12g
Protein: 40g
Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
35 min Cook
55 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure the oven is hot and ready for your chicken.
- Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with some olive oil. This will prevent the chicken from sticking.
- In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. This will be your coating mix.
- Dip each chicken breast in the melted butter, making sure it’s well-coated. This will help the breadcrumb mixture stick to the chicken.
- Press the chicken breasts into the breadcrumb mixture on all sides. Ensure it’s evenly coated for maximum crispiness.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, leaving some space between each piece. Drizzling a little extra olive oil on top can enhance crispiness.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help keep the chicken juicy.
