Description
Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken is a crispy, golden-brown chicken breast coated in a flavorful blend of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, pan-fried to perfection, then baked with melted mozzarella cheese on top. This delicious and easy-to-make dish is perfect for a family dinner, combining crunchy textures with cheesy goodness and fresh parsley garnish.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
For Cooking and Finishing
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after frying.
- Flatten Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper and gently pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. This ensures even cooking.
- Prepare Flour Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. This will create the initial coating layer for the chicken.
- Mix Egg Wash: In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and water until smooth. This helps the breadcrumb mixture adhere to the chicken.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture: In a third shallow bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese with Italian-style breadcrumbs and panko breadcrumbs for a crispy and flavorful crust.
- Coat Chicken in Flour: Dredge each chicken breast thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess to avoid clumps.
- Dip in Egg Wash: Fully coat the floured chicken breasts in the egg wash to prepare for the breadcrumb coating.
- Apply Breadcrumbs: Press each chicken breast into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, ensuring the coating sticks well and covers the chicken evenly.
- Heat Oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking, ideal for frying.
- Fry Chicken: Carefully add the breaded chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to Baking Sheet: Once browned, place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prepare for oven baking.
- Add Cheese: Generously top each chicken breast with shredded mozzarella cheese for a melty finishing touch.
- Bake Cheese Topped Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) ensuring it is cooked through.
- Add Butter and Garnish: Remove chicken from oven, drizzle melted unsalted butter over each breast, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley to add flavor and a fresh look.
- Serve: Serve the Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken immediately with your favorite side dishes to enjoy the crispy, cheesy chicken at its best.
Notes
- Pounding the chicken to an even thickness ensures even cooking and prevents dryness.
- Using a combination of Parmesan, Italian-style, and panko breadcrumbs gives a crispy, flavorful crust.
- Cooking chicken in a skillet before baking locks in moisture and results in a perfectly crispy exterior.
- Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking to avoid greasy chicken.
- Check the internal temperature of chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Mozzarella cheese adds a creamy, melty contrast to the crunchy coating.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright, herbal finish to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken, breaded chicken, chicken parmesan, crispy chicken breasts, mozzarella, Parmesan chicken, skillet chicken, baked chicken, crispy fried chicken
