Description
A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring boneless chicken breasts coated in a seasoned flour and egg wash, then pressed into panko breadcrumbs for an ultra-crispy, golden crust. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup (100g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap or in a zip-top bag and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with half the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; one with eggs whisked with milk and remaining spices; and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into the egg wash, letting excess drip off, then press firmly into the panko to ensure an even coating.
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams and subsides.
- Carefully place breaded chicken in the pan, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove chicken from the pan and let rest on a wire rack for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure chicken is dry before breading to prevent soggy crust. Press panko firmly onto chicken to help it adhere. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. If breadcrumbs darken too quickly, lower the heat. For a gluten-free option, use almond flour and gluten-free panko. For a lighter option, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
Keywords: crispy panko chicken, one pan meal, quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, panko chicken, 15 minute meals