Need an easy weeknight meal? This garlic Parmesan chicken has you covered! Crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside, and loaded with flavor, this chicken dinner is always a winner.
Even as a food blogger, weeknight dinners are often a pain point for me. Sometimes I get too ambitious and I realize I don’t have the energy to cook a big meal once dinnertime rolls around. Other times, we settle on convenience over deliciousness. With this garlic Parmesan chicken, you can have it all—a dinner that’s easy, that cooks in just 20 minutes, and that’s delicious too!
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Parmesan Chicken
- Simple but so good. You don't need a long list of ingredients for tasty chicken! This recipe uses basic pantry staples like garlic, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs to create a flavorful coating for the chicken.
- Goes with anything. This is one of those versatile main dishes you can serve with a wide variety of sides, from a simple salad (like this massaged kale salad) to a comfort food fave like mashed potatoes.
- Family-friendly. With its crispy, cheesy breadcrumb coating and juicy interior, this garlic Parmesan chicken will be a hit with both kids and adults alike!
What You’ll Need
Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
- Chicken breasts – I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs, but they take a bit longer to cook.
- Flour
- Egg
- Breadcrumbs – Panko or homemade breadcrumbs will give you a crisper coating, while regular store-bought breadcrumbs stick better. Choose whichever you prefer!
- Parmesan cheese – You can use freshly grated Parmesan or the shelf-stable containers of Parm, but I don’t recommend the shredded Parmesan sold in the refrigerated section—the large shreds don’t adhere well in a breadcrumb coating.
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Chicken
- Prepare. Preheat your oven to 400ºF and pat the chicken dry.
- Set up your dredging stations. Place the flour in one dish, beat the egg in another, and mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, salt and pepper in a third.
- Dredge the chicken. Coat the chicken in the flour, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs. Set on a wire rack on top of a baking sheet.
- Bake. Place the chicken in the oven and bake for 17 to 20 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes, then serve.
Tips for Success
- Use a meat thermometer. This is the easiest way to guarantee perfectly cooked chicken breasts. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken; it should read 165ºF when done.
- Don't overcrowd your baking sheet. Make sure there is enough space between each piece of chicken for air to circulate, which will help them cook evenly and get crispy all around. Don't skip the rack on top of the baking sheet either—this also helps the chicken crisp up!
- Coat the chicken well. For the perfect breadcrumb coating, let the excess egg drip off, then press both sides of the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture. Just laying it on top of the crumbs will leave some parts uncoated, so you need to press it in.
What to Serve With Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Pair your garlic Parmesan chicken with mashed cauliflower, oven roasted root vegetables, or a simple green salad with your favorite homemade salad dressing. It's also great served with simple cherry tomato pasta and 5-ingredient garlic butter quinoa.
How to Store Leftovers
To store leftover garlic Parmesan chicken, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. I recommend reheating in a 400ºF oven or air fryer to restore some of the crispiness on the outside, but the microwave will also work.
Can I Freeze This Recipe?
Wrap each piece of chicken in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container or bag; freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating according to the instructions above.
More Chicken Recipes
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- Chicken Chow Fun
- Mongolian Chicken
- Honey Sriracha Chicken
- Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese + more for topping
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Generous pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
- Place the chicken on a plate and pat dry.
- Add the flour to a shallow dish and set aside.
- In another shallow dish, beat the egg until smooth. Set aside.
- In a third shallow dish bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Start by placing one chicken breast in the flour dish and flip until all the chicken is coated in flour.
- Place the chicken in the egg and cover to coat.
- Finally, place the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture and coat. Place on a baking sheet lined with a wire rack and set aside.
- Repeat that entire process with the other chicken breast.
- Bake the chicken for 17 – 20 mintues until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. Remove from the oven, allow to cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.
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