– 4 large chicken breasts
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned works best)
– 2 eggs
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh parsley (for garnish)
– Olive oil (for drizzling)
Creating Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps to ensure success:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that your chicken cooks evenly and crisps up beautifully.
2. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the chicken from sticking.
3. Set Up Breading Station: In three separate bowls, set up your breading station:
– Place flour in the first bowl.
– In the second bowl, whisk the eggs until beaten.
– In the third bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Bread the Chicken: Take each chicken breast and coat it in flour, ensuring that all sides are covered. Shake off any excess flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere well.
5. Arrange Chicken on Baking Sheet: Place the breaded chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking.
6. Drizzle with Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the top of each chicken breast. This will help them brown and crisp while baking.
7. Bake the Chicken: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the exterior is golden brown.
8. Garnish and Rest: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven. Let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.
9. Serve: Transfer the chicken to your serving plate.