Ingredients
4 chicken breast fillets (approx. 1.5 lbs)
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Olive oil spray
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire cooling rack inside a large rimmed baking sheet and lightly spray the rack with oil.
Step 2: In a small skillet, lightly toast the Panko breadcrumbs with a teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat until just starting to turn golden. Transfer to a shallow bowl and mix with Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
Step 3: Set up your dredging station: Place flour seasoned with salt and pepper in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and the Panko-Parmesan mixture in the third bowl.
Step 4: Pat the chicken fillets dry. Dredge each fillet in flour (shaking off excess), dip in the egg wash, and then press firmly into the Panko mixture until fully coated.
Step 5: Place the breaded fillets onto the prepared wire rack. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray for extra crunch.
Step 6: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the crust is deep golden brown.
Step 7: Let the crispy oven baked chicken fillet rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep the juices inside.
Notes
Always use a wire rack for the crunchiest results. Toasted Panko is the secret to a golden color without overcooking the meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg