Oven-Fried Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons melted butter

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush each chicken breast with the melted butter.
4. Dip each chicken breast into the Parmesan mixture and coat evenly.
5. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the Parmesan coating is golden brown.
7. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Oven-fried parmesan chicken is a great way to get the taste of fried chicken without all the mess!
• The parmesan cheese adds a nice crunch and the chicken stays juicy on the inside.
• This is a great weeknight meal that comes together quickly and easily.