Panko Crusted Chicken Breast Recipe
Panko Crusted Chicken Breast is a delicious and crispy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. The chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful mixture of panko breadcrumbs and seasonings, then baked or air-fried to golden perfection. Serve this dish with a side of vegetables or salad for a complete meal.
- Author: SANA
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Chicken:
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts ((6 breasts, 4 ounces each) or cutlets *See Notes)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (olive oil, or melted butter)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice ((approx. 1 large or two small lemons))
For the Coating:
- 1/2 cup Italian seasoned panko ((Japanese bread crumbs) or gluten free panko)
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine ground sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lemon (cut into slices)
- 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375ºF. Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by lining with foil and greasing it.
- Pound the chicken: Place chicken breasts between sheets of wax paper and pound them to an even thickness. Brush with oil and lemon juice.
- Coat the chicken: Combine panko and seasonings. Coat the chicken with the mixture and place in the baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 12 minutes, flip the chicken, and continue baking until crispy and golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with lemon slices and parsley before serving.
- For Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer to 350ºF. Air fry the coated chicken for 18-20 minutes until golden and crisp. Let it rest, then garnish before serving.
Notes
- You can use chicken cutlets for quicker cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Panko Crusted Chicken, Breaded Chicken, Chicken Breast Recipe