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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Baked Chicken Breast (Easy Recipe)

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This baked chicken breast delivers a perfectly crispy, golden crust without frying, with a juicy interior and savory garlic Parmesan flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a reliable weeknight dinner that’s both kid-approved and adult-loved.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large or 3 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
  • Extra Parmesan (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If uneven in thickness, pound to an even ¾-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Stir to combine.
  4. In a second shallow bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, and minced fresh garlic.
  5. Working one piece at a time, dip chicken into the butter-garlic mixture, turning to coat both sides. Let excess drip off.
  6. Transfer chicken to the panko-Parmesan mixture. Press coating firmly onto both sides to adhere. Place coated chicken on the wire rack.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, without flipping, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part. For extra-crispy tops, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest on the wire rack for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Do not flip the chicken during baking for a better crust. The wire rack is key for crispy bottoms. Freshly grated Parmesan is essential; pre-shredded won’t melt properly. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before cutting to keep it juicy. For gluten-free, use gluten-free panko or crushed pork rinds. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and nutritional yeast.

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