Description
Delicious Parmesan-Basil Chicken is a flavorful dish made with juicy chicken breasts coated in a savory Parmesan and basil crust. It’s a simple yet elegant recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare coating: In a bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped basil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare chicken: Beat the egg in a separate bowl. Dip chicken breasts into the egg, then coat evenly with the Parmesan mixture.
- Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side until lightly golden.
- Bake: Transfer chicken to the baking dish and bake for 18–20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with extra basil and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. This chicken pairs well with pasta, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: parmesan basil chicken, baked chicken recipe, crispy parmesan chicken, basil chicken dinner