Baked Parmesan-Crusted Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
4. Dredge chicken breasts in Parmesan mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
5. Place chicken breasts on prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 chicken breast):

• Calories: 290
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 12g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy, golden brown exterior
• Tender, juicy interior
• Savory Parmesan flavor
• Easy to make

User Comments:

• "Delicious and easy to make. The Parmesan crust adds a great flavor."
• "The perfect comfort food for a weeknight dinner."
• "I doubled the recipe and served it to my guests. They loved it!"
• "This is a keeper recipe. I've already made it twice."
• "The crispy crust is addictive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To ensure even cooking, use chicken breasts of similar size and thickness.
• If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheet with olive oil.
• Let the chicken rest before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.