Name: Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 large eggs, beaten; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Parmesan Crusted Chicken

By Chef Elena Rossi Founder, Culinary Director & Recipe Developer (@recipestokitchen) · Tested & Updated November 5, 2026

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Parmesan Crusted Chicken, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

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Start by preheating your oven and prepping your dredging stations. I like to set up a little assembly line: chicken, beaten eggs, then the Parmesan mixture. This keeps things tidy and fast.

The key step is searing the chicken in a hot skillet before baking. That golden crust you get on the stovetop is what makes this dish so irresistible. Then a quick trip to the oven ensures the chicken cooks through perfectly without drying out. Follow along with my step-by-step photos on Pinterest—it’s foolproof!

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts get a golden, crispy Parmesan crust that's packed with savory flavor. It's a simple, family-friendly dinner that comes together in 30 minutes flat.

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Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Total Time30 mins

Servings4 servings

CourseMain Course

Calories420 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
In a shallow dish, mix the Parmesan, panko, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place the beaten eggs in another shallow dish.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg, letting any excess drip off, then press into the Parmesan mixture, coating both sides evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra crispy crust, use freshly grated Parmesan and don't skip the sear—it locks in flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months; reheat in the oven to keep the crunch.

Pinterest Kitchen Tip: Save this recipe to your @recipestokitchen board so you can pull up the ingredient checklist at the grocery store!

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 420 kcalProtein: 38gCarbs: 8gFat: 26gFiber: 1g

Recipe Developed & Tested By

Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.

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