Breaded Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Breaded Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts are perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are pounded to even thickness, seasoned with zesty lemon zest, garlic powder, and spices, then coated in a crunchy Parmesan-panko breadcrumb mixture. Pan-seared to perfection before finishing in the oven, the result is a delightfully crisp crust with tender, flavorful meat inside. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice adds a bright citrusy tang, elevating each bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a refreshing salad, or your favorite side. Perfect for weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch to ensure they cook evenly.

Step 3

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon zest.

Step 4

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon water, and one with panko breadcrumbs combined with Parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the panko-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add two of the breaded chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and repeat with the remaining two tablespoons of oil and chicken breasts.

Step 8

Place all the browned chicken breasts back into the skillet or onto a baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice for extra zesty flavor.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(981.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2096.5

Total Fat 98.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 983.6mg	0%
Sodium 3700.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 244.3g	0%

Vitamin D 89.0IU	0%
Calcium 393.8mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 2003.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.3%

Protein: 47.7%

Carbs: 9.1%