Baked Chicken Breasts with Parmesan-Garlic Crust Recipe

Baked Chicken Breasts with Parmesan-Garlic Crust bring savory richness with a crispy topping, enhanced by fresh basil and the tang of lemon wedges.
Published: June 9, 2025
by Maribelle Harper

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Morton’s kosher salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 7 ounces each), trimmed

Topping

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

Preheat and Prep the Topping

Preheat your oven to 425°F and position the rack in the upper-middle slot.

In a medium bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Assemble the Chicken

Dry the chicken breasts with paper towels and arrange them in a 13×9-inch baking dish.

In a small bowl, mix the chopped parsley with mayonnaise, then spread this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top, pressing lightly so it adheres.

Bake and Serve

Bake the chicken for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the topping turns golden and the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Baked Chicken Breast with Parmesan-Garlic Crust

Baked Chicken Breasts with Parmesan-Garlic Crust bring savory richness with a crispy topping, enhanced by fresh basil and the tang of lemon wedges.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Morton’s kosher salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 7 ounces each), trimmed

Topping

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

Instructions

  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and preheat to 425°F.
  • Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Pat chicken dry and place in a 13×9-inch baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine basil and mayonnaise, then spread over the chicken.
  • Top chicken with breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Bake until topping is golden and chicken reaches 160°F, 18-22 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

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