Crispy Oven-Baked Breaded Chicken
Enjoy a delicious and easy Crispy Oven-Baked Breaded Chicken that's perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe yields perfectly golden and tender chicken breasts with a satisfying crunch, all baked without deep-frying.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Oven
- Meat mallet
- Shallow dishes (3)
- Rimmed baking sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅔ cup Panko bread crumbs
- ⅔ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a rimmed baking sheet.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½ inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
- Beat the eggs in one shallow dish, and in another, combine the flour with salt and pepper.
- In a third shallow dish, mix the Panko, seasoned bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and dried parsley.
Breading and Baking
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then into the beaten egg, and finally into the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.
- Generously spray both sides of the breaded chicken with cooking spray and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serving
- Serve the crispy chicken warm with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for the last minute or two, watching carefully to prevent burning. Ensure chicken is cooked through to 165°F (74°C) internal temperature for food safety. Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.