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Chicken Breasts with Parmesan Crust
Servings:
6
Ready In:
30 minutes
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Wait Time:
0 minutes
Spiciness:
0/5

Ingredients

  • 1/3 (cup) bread crumbs
  • 1/4 (cup) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 (teaspoon) dried basil leaves
  • 1 (whole) egg white
  • 2 (teaspoon) Dijon mustard
  • 6 (5-6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1 (tablespoon) olive oil
  • 1/4 (cup) all purpose flour

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, combine bread crumbs, cheese and basil; mix well. In small bowl, beat egg white until slightly frothy, stir in mustard. Place flour in a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour and shake off excess. Then dip chicken breast halves in egg mixture; coat with bread crumb mixture. In skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Cook chicken about 5-7 minutes on each side or until chicken is fork tender and juices run clear.

Nutrition Information

This nutrition information is an estimate only. We use software to calculate the nutritional analysis from the individual ingredients in each recipe. While we do our best to ensure accuracy, we make no representation or warranty regarding the information, and there can be no assurance that any of the information contained therein has not been, or will not be changed or altered.

amount per serving
Calories
459
Total Fat
23g
Saturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
188mg
Sodium
825mg
Carbohydrate
27g
Dietary Fiber
2g
Sugars
3g
Protein
34g
Vitamin A
6%
Vitamin C
10%
Calcium
30%
Iron
32%
Potassium
127mg

Comments

  • Amy
    Amy

    I wasn't able to create a good crust on the chicken and the taste was a bit bland.

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Heather (Food on the Table)
    Chef Heather (Food on the Table)

    @Amy- Sometimes if the breadcrumbs become too wet they won't really stick to the chicken (or whatever you are breading) that well. This happens a lot with eggs, so sometimes I use mayo or a nice flavored mustard to 'wet' my chicken and then dip in the breading. This helps make the chicken moist and is a great way to add extra flavor. Other spices or seasonings you could use are Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt free chicken seasoning, or even some creole seasoning.

    about 1 year ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    great...will be on next weeks plan for sure!

    about 1 year ago
  • Martha
    Martha

    My family enjoyed these. The recipe took a little longer than stated. But, I did have thick chicken breasts.

    about 1 year ago
  • Lynda
    Lynda

    Needs a little more salt, but otherwise, came out great!

    about 1 year ago
  • Kim
    Kim

    Loved this. First time let the crust get crispy and flavor was amazing. SEcond time i actually lowered the heat a little, and covered for 10 minutes (each side). This get a nice moist crust. Good either way.

    about 1 year ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    The crust wouldn't stick to my chicken and had a mustardy flavor. Will definitely tweak and try again. :)

    about 1 year ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    I generally just pound out my breasts, push as much grated parm into the breasts, cook in tbsp evoo for about 7-10 min on each side, or until browned, no extra salt needed and always a hit.

    about 1 year ago
  • Donna (Food on the Table)
    Donna (Food on the Table)

    Sounds good! And thanks for the reminder about not needing any extra salt if you're using the parm--good hint!

    about 1 year ago
  • Michelle
    Michelle

    Bit hit, my daughter (says she is "vegitarian because she doesn't like chicken) at it! Used whole wheat Panko bread crumbs so it was really crispy.

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Heather (Food on the Table)
    Chef Heather (Food on the Table)

    Great to hear Michelle! Do you mind sharing what kid friendly side dishes you served with this?

    about 1 year ago
  • Dawn
    Dawn

    Loved this! Had no problem with crust. Next time I'm going to try it baked to save some calories and clean up.

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Heather (Food on the Table)
    Chef Heather (Food on the Table)

    Glad to hear Dawn! Yes baking is defiantly a healthier and easier cooking alternative to pan frying.

    about 1 year ago
  • Jillian
    Jillian

    @Dawn I make something very similar to this and bake it in the oven @375 degrees. I use a meat thermometer till it reaches 160 degrees it comes out awesome!! Takes about 30 min for two breasts.

    about 1 year ago
  • Julia
    Julia

    bread crumbs fell off and took 30 mins . crumbs burned

    about 1 year ago
  • Kelly
    Kelly

    My chicken was quite thick and I didn't think to pound it out before cooking. So, I started it on the stove top and then, after I'd gotten a good color on the coating, moved it to the oven to finish baking it off. I was afraid it would burn if I kept it on the stove eye. Turned out pretty good!

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)
    Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)

    @Julia, if you dredge the chicken lightly in flour first then the egg wash the crumbs will stick better. Also, be sure not to cook it too fast or over too high of heat, otherwise it will burn on the outside before the chicken is cooked through. I'm going to edit this recipe to reflect this. Hope you will try it again.

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)
    Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)

    @Kelly, that's exactly what you should have done. Good job.

    about 1 year ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    Made this for my family tonight. They loved it! My kids are picky about chicken too! I made pasta, sauce and salad to go with it! Second recipe I've tried from the site and both were a success!

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Heather (Food on the Table)
    Chef Heather (Food on the Table)

    Hi Anonymous! Glad to hear this was a huge hit! Thanks for sharing your side dish suggestions, that information is always helpful to others.

    about 1 year ago
  • Jonathan
    Jonathan

    this was recipe was great! I baked the chicken insted of pan frying and got the desired crispy crust. This recipe would go great with a lemon sauce (and maybe capers?)

    about 1 year ago
  • Chef Heather (Food on the Table)
    Chef Heather (Food on the Table)

    I think a lemon caper sauce would be great Jonathan! Do you mind sharing what side dishes you served with this?

    about 1 year ago
  • Jonathan
    Jonathan

    I had this over bow tie pasta with that lemon caper sauce. no other side dishes tho...

    12 months ago
  • Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)
    Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)

    I make a delicious lemon caper cream sauce that I use with veal, chicken and asparagus. Here's my recipe: 1/2 cup white wine, zest and juice of 1-2 lemons (depending upon how lemony I want it), 1/2 cup of cream (heated), 2 T. of butter, 1 T. capers, salt and pepper to taste. Place wine (you can sub chicken stock or veal stock) in sauce pan and cook over high heat until reduced by 1/2; about 5 minutes. Add lemon zest, lemon juice and capers. Stir in heated cream. Remove from heat and add butter, stir until melted in. Season with salt and pepper and serve. DELICIOUS!

    12 months ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    Sound yummy and I love the lemon caper cream sauce....great recipes.....thanks.

    12 months ago
  • Tina
    Tina

    This was quick, easy & delicious!

    12 months ago
  • Sonya
    Sonya

    To make this a low-carb recipe take out the bread crumbs and flour and use almond meal and it would be delic!

    12 months ago
  • Chevy
    Chevy

    @ Chef Leslie, that sauce sounds really good. I will have to try that when I make this recipe. I can see serving this with some rice or pasta and maybe glazed carrots.

    12 months ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    This would be great with come of my garlic broccoli! Yum!

    12 months ago
  • Lori
    Lori

    Sounds great! Another low-carb alternative would be to sub coconut flour for the flour and crushed pork rinds for the bread crumbs. That's what I'll be trying. Thank you!

    12 months ago
  • Amber
    Amber

    I made this Chicken with Spaghetti. I didn't add the mustard. When I made the noodles I added butter and Parmesan cheese while they were still hot. I didn't add any meat to the spaghetti sauce. It was so delicious. My Family Loved this. Also when I made the chicken I used Italian bread crums.

    12 months ago
  • Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)
    Chef Leslie (Food on the Table)

    I'm glad you guys like this recipe. @Amber, pasta is a good choice to serve with this. I also like serving this with broccoli or asparagus.

    12 months ago
  • Amy
    Amy

    I like to make this with Spaghetti and a nice marinara then serve the chicken on top with a slice of melted provolone or mozzarella. mmm

    11 months ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    good stuff

    11 months ago
  • Aaron
    Aaron

    This dish was delicious, that makes 3 great dishes. I pounded the chicken breasts tender, added red pepper flake for spice and served over butter parmesan pasta. The next time I prepare this I'm going to give the Lemon Caper sauce above a try.

    10 months ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    veal

    9 months ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    op

    about 1 month ago
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous

    op

    about 1 month ago

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