Description
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a fantastic option for those busy weeknights when you want to impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cook time of 20 minutes, you’ll have a mouthwatering meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F, allowing it to reach the perfect temperature for baking the chicken.
- Next, take your boneless, skinless chicken breasts and flatten them gently. Season each breast with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a heavy skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear the seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown on each side.
- While the chicken is searing, prepare the ranch spread by combining ranch dressing and sour cream.
- In another bowl, mix together grated Parmesan cheese, shredded provolone or mozzarella, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and dried parsley.
- Spread a layer of ranch mixture over each seared chicken breast and top with the Parmesan crust mixture. Bake for about 15-20 minutes.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. For a crunchier crust, broil for an additional minute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Protein: 36 g