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baked parmesan crusted chicken breasts on a white platter.

Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Published by Kate
This simple baked chicken recipe, with parmesan and breadcrumbs, is an easy weeknight meal.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 282 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a wire rack or silicone mat on top of a sheet pan.
  • Place the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, dry mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Shake to combine.
  • Brush the chicken breasts generously with the mayonnaise on all sides. Add one chicken breast to the bag and shake gently to coat. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
  • Place the chicken breasts on the wire racked-topped sheet pan. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken registers 165°F in the thickest part.

Notes

Use real Parmesan cheese (not the stuff in the green can) for best results.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure moist and juicy chicken. The thickest part of the chicken should reach 165°F. 
Cooking times for other cuts of chicken:
  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs: 22–24 minutes
  • Bone-in chicken thighs: 30–35 minutes
  • Drumsticks: 35–40 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 30gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 894mgPotassium: 483mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 279IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 144mgIron: 1mg
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