Parmesan Crusted Chicken - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

Parmesan Crusted Chicken is simple yet so very impressive! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are coated in the best parmesan crust and pan seared to perfection. Easy to make in less than 30 minutes and so satisfying!

If you have any more chicken breasts in the fridge, use them to make One Pan Tuscan Orzo with Chicken, Hawaiian Chicken or Baked Monterey Chicken.

Parmesan crusted chicken is just as delicious as it sounds. If you love the idea of perfectly cooked chicken breasts coated in a crisp parmesan coating, then good news! This is just the recipe for you.

It’s easy, cheesy, and so versatile when it comes to plating. There are a ton of different side dishes that pair well with this easy parmesan chicken recipe, like these Cheesy Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Casserole or simple Roasted Potatoes and Carrots!

Scroll down for more serving suggestions to check out some of my favorites.

Oh, and the very best part? You’ll have this entree on the table in less than thirty minutes. That’s a huge win in my house, especially on crazy busy weeknights when everyone’s hungry!

Why we love this Parmesan Crusted Chicken:

• 30 minutes: Simple and satisfying!
• Simple ingredients: You might already have everything you need in your pantry right now. Your shopping list will be short if you do need to go to the store!
• Versatile: You can pair this chicken with a number of various side dishes. Or, chop it up and toss in in a wrap or on top of a salad or in a wrap. There are so many ways to get creative!

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Ingredients Needed:

• Chicken Breasts – I like to use 4 chicken breasts for this recipe. If yours are on the larger side, butterfly them so they’re not quite as thick.
• Eggs – These act as a binder for the other ingredients.
• Breadcrumbs – I love the crunch that breadcrumbs create! I use regular bread crumbs rather than Panko for a full coverage coating.
• Parmesan – Freshly grated right off the block is preferred for the best flavor and consistency.
• Flour – All-purpose flour helps give more substance to the coating.
• Seasonings – You’ll need paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.

How to Make Parmesan Crusted Chicken

This easy recipe has become a weeknight staple with my family! Scroll to the bottom of this page to find the recipe card with more detailed info.

• Pound the chicken so the breasts are all about the same thickness.
• Prepare your dredging stations. One bowl with seasoned flour, another with whisked eggs, and a third with breadcrumbs and parmesan.

• Dip the chicken breasts first in flour.
• Then, coat them with the whisked eggs.

• Coat the chicken breast in the parmesan/breadcrumb mixture.
• Cook the coated chicken breasts in a pan over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side or until fully cooked (always use a meat thermometer to check!)

How to Store Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Let your chicken cool off prior to storing! Once cooled, you can keep leftover parmesan crusted chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

I recommend storing on paper towel to keep it from getting soggy, then reheating back in the pan, oven or in your air fryer.

Can I freeze parmesan crusted chicken?

Yes! You can easily freeze this recipe before or after cooking.

To freeze before cooking, finish coating the chicken breasts and flash freeze for 1-2 hours on a sheet pan before freezing in a zip-top freezer bag. You can cook them right from frozen like you would other frozen, breaded chicken. Keep in mind that the air fryer or oven is best!

To freeze cooked chicken, first let it cool to room temperature. Then, flash freeze on a baking sheet for 1-2 hours or until firm. Place the chicken in a zip-top freezer bag and keep stored for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.

Serving suggestions:

There are a TON of different side dishes to try with this chicken entree! Here are just a few of my favorites:

• Baked Cheese Risotto — I love the creamy and crunchy combo!
• Cheesy Baked Asparagus
• Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes — a classic pair!
• Roasted Green Beans

More Chicken Recipes You’ll Love

Winner winner, chicken dinner! Here are some of our favorite chicken dinner recipes:

• Baked Chicken Drumsticks — inexpensive and full of flavor!
• Boneless Air Fryer Chicken Thighs — SO juicy!
• Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast — perfect for date night 😉
• Creamy Garlic Chicken — I could eat that sauce with a spoon!