How to Make 5-Star Herb Crusted Chicken: A Step-by-Step Guide
Delight in this simple yet elegant dish of herb-crusted chicken, perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts approximately 6-7 oz each
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs preferably panko
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon Italian herbs dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise for binding
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking sheet lightly with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and set aside.
- In a shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs until well combined.
- In a separate small bowl, combine mayonnaise and olive oil.
- Brush each chicken breast with the mayo and olive oil mixture ensuring it is fully coated.
- Coat each piece of chicken in the breadcrumb and cheese mixture, pressing the mixture onto the chicken to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For an added touch of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture before coating the chicken.