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Crispy Panko Baked Chicken

Crispy Panko Baked Chicken for Guilt-Free Crunch Lovers

Crispy panko baked chicken offers a delicious crunch without the guilt, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts Pounded to ¾-inch thickness
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Toasted for extra crunch
  • ½ cup Whole-wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil spray
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese Optional
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Skillet
  • shallow bowls

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toast the panko breadcrumbs in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Set up a dredging station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and toasted panko in three shallow bowls.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast in seasoned flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat in toasted panko.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken pieces on a wire rack over a baking sheet and mist lightly with olive oil spray.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  7. Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, keeping an eye to prevent burning.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute panko and flour with gluten-free alternatives. Always ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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