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Crispy Italian Chicken Christopher served with garlic butter sauce

Crispy Italian Chicken Christopher

Deliciously crispy chicken breasts coated in Italian-style breadcrumbs and drizzled with a rich garlic butter sauce, making for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1 cup bread crumbs preferably Italian-style
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped optional
  • 1 whole lemon for zest and juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a crispier coating.
  3. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: flour in the first, whisked eggs in the second, and a mixture of bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese in the third.
Breading & Baking
  1. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  2. Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced out evenly.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Garlic Butter Sauce
  1. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes), being careful not to burn it.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and zest. Optional: fold in chopped parsley for added freshness.
Serving
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, drizzle the garlic butter sauce over each piece. Garnish with additional parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For optimal crispiness, dry the chicken well. Pound the chicken to uniform thickness for even cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.