Description
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken features tender chicken breasts topped with a savory cheese blend and crispy breadcrumbs. It’s an easy, delicious meal for any night of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
- ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese divided
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture on each chicken breast.
- Place chicken breasts on the grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, then flip them.
- In a medium bowl, mix ½ cup of parmesan cheese and provolone cheese; set aside.
- Top the chicken with the cheese mixture and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Preheat the oven’s broiler on high.
- In a separate bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with the remaining ¼ cup of parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle this over each chicken breast.
- Broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy, keeping a close watch to prevent burning.
- Remove from broiler and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken before grilling.
Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg