This Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe makes crispy, juicy, and flavorful chicken thighs and chicken breasts every time. It is a weeknight easy recipe that tastes better than fried chicken and requires just a few ingredients. Make it with breasts as shown, or try making baked garlic parmesan chicken thighs instead!
I have been working on finding a baked chicken recipe that tastes like it has been fried. Look no more! This recipe for baked garlic parmesan chicken thighs or breasts is juicy on the inside and crispy perfectly seasoned on the outside.
Both chicken breasts and garlic parmesan chicken thighs taste incredible, in strips or whole. No matter which cut you choose this oven-fried chicken is totally amazing and easy too!
I recently had a check-up at the doctor. You know the kind where they go over all of your blood work, weight, vitals, etc. Now I am searching for better foods for me and my family.
I prepared this recipe for Garlic Parmesan Chicken not long after that appointment. These garlic parmesan boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts are baked or quickly pan-fried.
I still use butter sometimes though. Small steps, right?
I'm always on the lookout for new ways to cook chicken. If you are too, you'll definitely want to check out this Baked Teriyaki Chicken Drumsticks and Cheesy Salsa Baked Chicken. Both are super delicious!
If you're looking for some side dishes that will go well with this baked garlic parmesan chicken, I recommend easy broiled asparagus and this cheesy potato casserole or just make a simple pasta salad.
Are you on the hunt for more easy and absolutely delicious dinner ideas? Check out our Easy Baked Dinner Recipes for some amazing ideas.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- You can use different cuts of chicken. Chicken breasts and thighs are both great.
- Healthier than fried chicken without sacrificing taste!
- The whole family will enjoy this garlic parmesan chicken.
- Budget-friendly recipe!
- Easy to make with few ingredients!
Ingredients in Garlic Parmesan Chicken
You probably have most of these ingredients in your kitchen already.
- chicken breasts - Chicken thighs are fine too.
- parmesan cheese
- all-purpose flour
- breadcrumbs -I prefer panko bread crumbs.
- eggs
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- salt
- pepper
- cooking spray
How to make Garlic Parmesan Chicken
This all comes together very quickly!
Step One: Prep
Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with tinfoil and cooking spray. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Rinse and pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, stir the minced garlic into the melted butter. I often pick up a stick of garlic butter from the store to make things a bit easier instead of making it myself.
In another bowl mix the Panko, Parmesan, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper.
Step Two: Coat
One at a time, dip the chicken into the flour mixture and eggs, and then into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
Place coated chicken pieces onto your prepared baking sheet or skillet.
Step Three: Bake or Fry
Fry over medium-high heat for about 6 minutes per side if using chicken breasts.
Bake for 20-25 minutes if making baked garlic parmesan chicken thighs. If baking strips, 15-20 minutes. or chicken breasts for 30-35 minutes. Be sure that the chicken is cooked and the juices run clear before removing it from your oven. Serve with salt and pepper! Enjoy!
Substitutions
Don’t have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this recipe for garlic parmesan chicken.
- Swap the Panko bread crumbs for Italian bread crumbs. If you make this swap, you probably want to cut back on the Italian seasoning in the recipe.
- As mentioned earlier, you can use chicken thighs or breast strips for this recipe. Bone-in thighs come out super juicy.
- Instead of eggs stir a teaspoon or two of minced garlic into the melted butter. I often pick up a stick of garlic butter from the store to make things a bit easier instead of making it myself and drizzling the remaining butter on chicken before baking.
Variations
Want to personalize this baked chicken recipe? Here are some ideas!
- Soak the chicken buttermilk before dipping it in the breadcrumb mixture for a tangier taste and to make the chicken more tender.
- Make garlic parmesan boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- Coat the chicken with mayonnaise or Greek yogurt before dipping it in breadcrumbs.
- If you're not a fan of garlic, simply leave that ingredient out.
- Add different seasonings like paprika, rosemary, or crushed red pepper flakes.
If you love recipes with garlic, you should try our slow cooker garlic ranch pork chops. They are so good!
Proper Storage for Garlic Parmesan Chicken
- Refrigerator: Store cooled chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer: Store cooled chicken in an airtight container or individually wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil for up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Reheat: Thaw in the refrigerator. Reheat on 350 degrees Fahrenheit in a baking pan for 20-25 minutes.
What To Serve With Garlic Parmesan Chicken
When looking for the perfect side dish to go with your chicken, it's easy to find something that will tickle the tastebuds of all who try it if you stick to the list Ken and I created for you! Try out one or two and let us know what you think.
Mouthwatering side dishes can be found here at What to Serve With Falafel.
Tips
- You can lighten this recipe up even more by coating only one side of the chicken.
- Pound chicken breasts to equal thickness (if using) to ensure all of the chicken is cooked through.
- Don’t cook on too high of heat or the outside will over brown before the chicken is cooked through.
- Make chicken strips and reduce cooking time.
FAQ
The cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your chicken. If using chicken breasts, it is best they are not too thick. Place thicker pieces of chicken into a large zipper bag and pound until desired thickness is reached. You can use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through. A safe cooking temperature for all poultry is 165 degrees F.
Spray the top of chicken with a little cooking spray or broil for the last few minutes of cooking, until golden brown.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Video
We used chicken thighs for the video below. The process is the same whether you use chicken thighs, chicken breasts or strips! Check out how easy this recipe for Garlic Parmesan Chicken is below.
Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half horizontally or you can pound them flat 4-6 chicken thighs or cut into strips
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2-4 tablespoons oil
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Rinse and pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
- In one of the bowls, combine the flour, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- In another bowl mix the Panko, Parmesan and Italian seasoning.
- In a small bowl, beat your eggs.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour, then dip in the eggs, coating completely, then finally in the panko bread crumbs.
Oven Baked
- Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with tinfoil and cooking spray. Set aside. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Place coated chicken pieces on to your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes if baking chicken thighs. If baking strips, 15-20 minutes. or chicken breasts 30-35 minutes. Be sure that the chicken is cooked and juices run clear before removing from your oven. Serve and enjoy!
- Remove from the pan immediately and you can sprinkle with dried or fresh parsley if you wish.
Pan Fried
- Heat the oil in a large saute pan.
- Place the chicken in the pan and repeat with the remaining chicken pieces.
- Cook each piece of chicken for approximately 6 minutes per side. You can slice one open and check for doneness.
Notes
- Refrigerator: Store cooled chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer: Store cooled chicken in an airtight container or individually wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil for up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Reheat: Thaw in the refrigerator. Reheat on 350 degrees Fahrenheit in a baking pan for 20-25 minutes.
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