Description
Mom’s Easy Parmesan Baked Chicken Cutlets are a simple and delicious dinner option featuring boneless skinless chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, enhanced with fresh parsley and Dijon mustard. Baked to golden perfection with a buttery finish, this recipe promises a flavorful and crowd-pleasing meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (Kraft or other)
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
Other Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken cutlets.
- Prepare the Coating Mixture: In a shallow bowl, mix the grated Parmesan, seasoned breadcrumbs, and chopped fresh parsley thoroughly to create the coating mixture.
- Coat the Chicken: Brush each chicken breast evenly with Dijon mustard on both sides, ensuring a flavorful base. Then, dredge each piece through the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating well.
- Prepare Baking Dish and Butter: Place the coated chicken breasts in a baking dish. Cut the stick of unsalted butter into small pieces and scatter them evenly over the chicken to add richness and help achieve a golden crust.
- Bake the Chicken: Bake the chicken cutlets in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and the coating is crisp and golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and ensure tenderness.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute butter with olive oil or half the butter amount.
- You can use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- If you prefer spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Dijon mustard can be adjusted according to taste, add more for a stronger tangy flavor.
- This recipe works well with other chicken cuts like thighs if you prefer dark meat.
- Use fresh grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture when possible.
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking; pound if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
