Here’s a delicious Parmesan-crusted lemon chicken recipe that’s perfect for a flavorful and crispy main dish:
Parmesan-Crusted Lemon Chicken
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 lemon (zest and juice)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon wedges and chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the chicken:
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Set up breading stations:
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with the minced garlic and lemon zest.
In a third shallow dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, dried oregano, and dried basil.
Bread the chicken:
