Parmesan Crusted Chicken

This Parmesan crusted chicken features a crispy breading and tender white meat! It is quick, easy, and great for busy weeknights or hosting family and friends. This versatile dish can be served with spaghetti, salads, roasted veggies, and more!

Ingreadient

• 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs (whole wheat)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• olive oil (for frying)
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Step by step

1. First, place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Cover them with plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound them to an even thickness, about ½ inch.
2. Season both sides of the chicken with sea salt and pepper.
3. Place the flour in a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs in another shallow bowl, and combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a third shallow bowl.
4. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour. Shake off any excess.
5. Dip the chicken into the whisked eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
6. Then, coat the chicken fully in the breadcrumb mixture.
7. In a large skillet or frying pan, heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
8. Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts.
9. Place the cooked chicken on a plate with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
10. Then, make the sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
11. Add in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
12. Stir in lemon juice and zest. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
13. Pour the lemon garlic butter sauce over the cooked chicken.
14. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve parmesan crusted chicken!