Ingredients
– 2 large chicken breasts
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (I prefer seasoned for extra flavor)
– 3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
– 2 tablespoons garlic powder
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper (optional for easy cleanup)
– Shallow bowls for dredging
– Meat mallet or rolling pin (for flattening the chicken)
– Whisk or fork (for mixing ingredients)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, I take my chicken breasts and place them inside a resealable plastic bag. Then, using a meat mallet, I gently pound them to even thickness. This step is crucial for ensuring that the chicken cooks evenly and stays juicy. It’s a bit of a workout, but the aroma of the chicken mingling with the seasoned breadcrumbs as it cooks is absolutely worth it! (See the next page below to continue steps…)