Description
Oven Baked Juicy Panko Chicken is a delightful dish that combines a crispy, golden panko crust with tender, succulent chicken. This easy-to-make recipe transforms any meal into a celebration, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its impressive flavor and texture, this dish will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. Enjoy the satisfying crunch with every bite while savoring the comforting warmth it brings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or thyme
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley or thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet with space between each piece.
- Spray lightly with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg