Description
This Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Roasted Veggies is a flavorful and wholesome meal featuring tender chicken breasts coated with a crunchy Parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, pan-fried to golden perfection, and served alongside perfectly roasted broccoli, carrots, and baby potatoes. A delicious, balanced, and easy-to-make dish perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Roasted Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 2 cups halved baby potatoes
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
- Roast Vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the vegetables for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Make Coating Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This mixture will form the flavorful crust for the chicken.
- Prepare Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated, then press into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture to coat all sides evenly.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Plate the crispy Parmesan crusted chicken alongside the roasted vegetables and enjoy a balanced, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking; pound if necessary.
- You can swap or add your favorite vegetables to the roasting mix, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
- Monitor chicken while cooking to avoid burning the Parmesan crust.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken reaches a safe internal temperature.
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes at the end if desired, watching closely.
