Here’s a crispy, juicy, and flavor-packed Garlic Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe — golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of bold garlic and cheesy goodness. Great for dinner, meal prep, or impressing guests without much effort.
🧄🧀 Garlic Parmesan Crusted Chicken
🧾 Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)
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1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or Italian-style)
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2 tsp garlic powder (or 3–4 fresh garlic cloves, finely minced)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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2 eggs, beaten
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (optional, for crisping)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil and lightly grease it.
2. Prep the coating:
In a shallow dish, mix:
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Parmesan
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Breadcrumbs
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Garlic powder
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Italian seasoning
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Paprika
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Salt & pepper
In another dish, beat the eggs.
3. Coat the chicken:
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Dip each chicken breast in the egg wash, letting excess drip off.
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Press into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, coating all sides well.
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Place on the baking sheet.
4. Bake:
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Drizzle lightly with olive oil or melted butter for extra crispness (optional).
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and internal temp is 165°F (74°C).
Air Fryer Option: Cook at 380°F (195°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
🍽️ Serve with:
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Garlic mashed potatoes
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Roasted veggies or green beans
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Caesar salad
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Pasta with olive oil and herbs
🔄 Variations:
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Add a few tablespoons of shredded mozzarella to the topping for extra melt.
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Use almond flour for a low-carb/keto version.
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Try it with chicken tenders for kid-friendly strips.