Panko Crusted Chicken
Panko crusted chicken offers a delightful crunch and savory flavor that elevates any meal. This dish features tender chicken breasts coated in airy panko breadcrumbs, creating a crispy exterior that shatters beautifully with each bite. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that guarantees satisfaction for both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with Parmesan.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry each breast for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg