Rita's Kickin Onion Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with "Rita's Kickin Onion Chicken"—a mouthwatering, oven-baked chicken recipe that delivers bold flavor and irresistible crunch. This quick and easy dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a delicious mixture of savory onion soup mix, crispy panko breadcrumbs, and nutty parmesan cheese, enhanced with a kick of paprika and garlic powder. The chicken is seared to golden perfection before finishing in the oven for a wonderfully crisp, flavorful crust. With just 15 minutes of prep, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for busy families looking for a satisfying meal. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh green salad for a well-rounded dinner everyone will love. Perfect keywords: baked chicken recipe, crispy chicken, onion soup mix, easy weeknight dinner, flavorful chicken breast.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pieces egg, beaten
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease it with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2
Set up three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, combine the onion soup mix, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Step 3
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If they are particularly thick, pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet. This ensures even cooking.
Step 4
Coat each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, letting the excess drip off, and then press it firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat all sides. Repeat for all chicken breasts.
Step 5
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. You’re not cooking the chicken through at this stage, just giving it color and a flavorful crust.
Step 6
Transfer the seared chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 7
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 8
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a crisp green salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1008.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2226.8 |
| Total Fat 78.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 1001.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2289.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.0g | |
| Protein 260.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 634.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2176.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories