Crazy Easy Oven Fried Chicken Breasts
Achieve a golden, crispy crust on chicken breasts with oven frying. A lighter alternative to deep-frying, this method uses breadcrumbs and Parmesan for a nutty, savory finish while preserving juicy meat.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 22
- Total Time: 32
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Chicken breasts (2, 6-ounce/170g each)
Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)
Parmesan cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
Large eggs (2)
Salt (1 tsp, plus more to taste)
Black pepper (1/2 tsp, plus more to taste)
Dried herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme), 1/2 tsp
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a baking sheet inside to preheat.
In a shallow dish, whisk eggs with salt and pepper.
In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried herbs, and remaining salt and pepper.
Dredge each chicken breast in the egg mixture, shaking off excess, then press into the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture until fully coated.
Transfer to the preheated baking sheet, ensuring even spacing.
Bake for 22 minutes, or until golden and the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use uniformly thick chicken breasts for even cooking.
Preheating the baking sheet enhances the golden crust.
Do not exceed 22 minutes to avoid overcooking.
Substitute fresh herbs for dried if preferred, using 1 tablespoon chopped for 1 teaspoon dried.
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