Crispy Baked Panko Chicken
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil, place a wire rack on the pan, and coat the rack with cooking spray.
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise over both sides of each chicken breast.4 thinly sliced chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- In a large bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the melted butter until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.3 cups panko breadcrumbs, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Press each chicken breast into the panko mixture, coating it on all sides. Arrange the chicken on the prepared wire rack, leaving space between each piece.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken.
- For additional browning, broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes. Watch it closely so the coating doesn’t burn.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken breasts that are similar in thickness so they finish cooking at about the same time.
- Press the coating firmly onto the chicken to help it stay in place.
- Discard any unused panko mixture that came into contact with the raw chicken.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer to help restore the crispy coating.
Nutrition Facts
Crispy Baked Panko Chicken
Serving Size
1 chicken breast
Amount per Serving
Calories
568
% Daily Value*
Fat
29
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
13
g
65
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
127
mg
42
%
Sodium
1615
mg
67
%
Potassium
593
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
38
g
13
%
Fiber
3
g
12
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
38
g
76
%
Vitamin A
638
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
345
mg
35
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
