Golden Crunchy Baked Chicken
Golden Crunchy Baked Chicken is an easy and delicious family dinner option, offering a crispy exterior and juicy interior perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup dry Italian bread crumbs
- ½ cup panko
- ⅔ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, paprika, bread crumbs, panko, Parmesan, basil, oregano, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Dip each chicken breast into the mixture, pressing firmly to coat all sides.
- Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until cooked through and coating is golden brown.
- Allow to rest before slicing and serve hot.
Notes
For best results, pound the chicken for even cooking. Adjust spices to your liking for a personalized flavor.