Description
Mom’s Easy Parmesan Baked Chicken Cutlets are a simple and delicious dinner option featuring boneless skinless chicken breasts coated with a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture baked to perfection. The tender cutlets are enhanced with fresh parsley and a touch of Dijon mustard for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing meal ideal for family dinners or casual suppers.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Coating
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (Kraft or similar)
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
Other
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken cutlets.
- Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, seasoned breadcrumbs, and chopped fresh parsley to create a flavorful coating mixture.
- Prepare the butter-dijon mixture: Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl and stir in the Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the butter-Dijon mixture to coat it evenly, then dredge it in the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating to both sides.
- Arrange and bake: Place the coated chicken breasts on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is crispy and golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Once baked, remove the chicken cutlets from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving to lock in juices and enhance flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the coated chicken with cooking spray before baking.
- If you prefer spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
- You can substitute seasoned breadcrumbs with panko for a lighter, crunchier texture.
- Dijon mustard adds a bright zing but can be adjusted to taste or replaced with whole grain mustard for texture variation.
- Butter can be substituted with olive oil for a slightly healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
