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Parmesan-Basil Chicken

Crispy Parmesan-Basil Chicken: Quick, Delicious & Family-Friendly

This Parmesan-Basil Chicken recipe transforms humble chicken breasts into a gourmet delight with a crispy, golden crust.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Cutlets
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breast Use plump, firm cuts for the juiciest results.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated fresh from a block.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Finely chopped, or use dried basil (1/3 amount).
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Homemade or store-bought, keep dry for crunch.
  • 2 large Eggs Whisked and mixed well.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Lightly seasoned.
Optional for Serving
  • 1 cup Fresh Salad Adds a refreshing contrast.
  • 2 cups Roasted Vegetables Colorful and healthy.
  • 2 cups Pasta A classic pairing.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Shallow Dishes

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F or heat a skillet over medium-high with oil.
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
  3. Set up three shallow dishes for flour, eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then eggs, and finally breadcrumbs.
  5. Cook in the oven for 15-20 minutes or in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. Allow to rest briefly on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.
  7. Serve with salad, roasted vegetables, or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh breadcrumbs and pound chicken to an even thickness.

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