Panko Crusted Chicken
Panko crusted chicken is a culinary delight that combines a crunchy exterior with juicy, tender chicken. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. With its golden-brown crust and delicious flavor, you’ll find it hard to resist sneaking bites before serving. Serve with lemon wedges for a zesty kick, and watch as everyone gathers around the dinner table, enchanted by this crispy masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry for crispiness.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper; dredge each chicken piece in the mixture.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy; dip floured chicken into the egg mixture.
- In a third dish, mix panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder; coat each chicken breast thoroughly.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, lightly spray with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg