Description
Rediscover comfort with amazing forgotten chicken, a nostalgic dish that whispers tales of home-cooked memories. Succulent chicken bathed in creamy sauce promises a delightful journey back to cherished family dinners you’ll savor with pure satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by mixing breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano in a shallow dish, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Whisk eggs, milk, olive oil, and dijon mustard in a separate bowl until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated, creating a flavorful coating for the chicken.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels to help the coating adhere more effectively and promote optimal crispiness.
- Dredge each chicken breast first through the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully coat with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure a complete and even coverage.
- Arrange the breaded chicken in the prepared baking dish, leaving space between each piece to allow for even heat circulation and consistent browning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the coating turns golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, which allows the juices to redistribute and ensures a moist, tender final result.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Notes
- Choose gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers for a celiac-friendly version that maintains the crispy texture.
- Swap whole milk with almond or oat milk to create a lighter, dairy-free coating that still provides rich flavor and moisture.
- Reduce the salt content by using low-sodium parmesan cheese and seasoning sparingly, ideal for those monitoring sodium intake.
- Transform the recipe into a lower-fat option by using skinless chicken breasts and baking on a wire rack to allow excess oil to drip away during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 871 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 118 mg