Description
A delightful recipe for chicken coated in a buttery parmesan crust, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or parsley
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and herbs to create the coating mixture.
- Dip each chicken breast into the yogurt mixture, then press into the panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, feel free to include sautéed mushrooms or seasonal veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chicken, parmesan, family dinner, baked chicken, comfort food