Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter
Juicy chicken breasts coated with a crisp Parmesan crust and topped with a fragrant garlic herb butter sauce. This australian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless (6 oz each) chicken breasts
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a shallow bowl, combine 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs.
- Step 2: Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Press each breast firmly into the Parmesan-panko mixture to coat both sides.
- Step 3: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and sear for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Step 4: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the chicken for 15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
- Step 5: Meanwhile, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, cooking gently for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 6: Remove the chicken from the oven and drizzle with the garlic herb butter sauce before serving warm with your choice of sides.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep grated parmesan cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter?
Australian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
