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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a simple, cheesy, and delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for any night. This savory crusted chicken with crispy potatoes and green beans is a family favorite. Bake up this cheesy chicken dinner, customize with your favorite sides, and enjoy a hassle-free, flavorful meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680g, pounded to even thickness)
  • 2 tbsp 30ml olive oil
  • ½ cup 50g grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup 60g breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Potatoes:

  • 1.5 lbs 680g red potatoes, quartered (or baby potatoes, halved)
  • 2 tbsp 30ml olive oil
  • ¼ cup 25g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Green Beans:

  • 1 lb 450g fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp 15ml olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp 20g grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

For Serving (Optional):

  • Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

Preheat and Prep Potatoes

  • I preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. In a large bowl, I toss 1.5 lbs quartered red potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, ¼ cup Parmesan, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. I spread them evenly on the sheet pan and bake for 15 minutes to start cooking, ensuring tender potatoes for this cheesy chicken dinner.

Prep the Chicken

  • In the same bowl, I toss 4 chicken breasts with 2 tbsp olive oil, ½ cup Parmesan, ½ cup breadcrumbs, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper, coating evenly. After 15 minutes, I push the potatoes to one-third of the pan and place the chicken in the center for this savory crusted chicken.

Add Green Beans

  • I toss 1 lb green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, and 2 tbsp Parmesan (if using). I add them to the remaining third of the pan, creating a complete baked chicken meal.

Bake and Finish

  • I bake for 20–25 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally, using a thermometer. If the green beans cook faster, I remove them early. For extra-crispy potatoes, I broil on high for 2–3 minutes. I let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with parsley for a vibrant cheesy chicken dinner.

Notes

  • The biggest thing that will vary this recipe for most of us will be the thickness and size of your chicken breasts. While the going time for a chicken breast at 425°F is about 25 minutes, not all pieces of chicken are created equal. If your chicken seems super large or thick, plan for some extra time.
  • Salt and pepper is really however you prefer. I always season my chicken with a decent amount of pepper and a pinch of salt or so. You don’t have to go all in from the get fo, feel free to add in more at the end!
  • The bottom of the chicken is not as crispy as the top will get. You can use a rack on your sheet pan to allow any moisture to fall below versus staying on the chicken.
  • You can add other herbs or seasoning to the dish. I like to toss in some Italian seasoning or even just some oregano to the chicken and potatoes sometimes. About 1/2 – 1 teaspoon is great

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