Description
A crispy, golden herb crusted chicken dish packed with fresh herbs, garlic, and parmesan, delivering a perfect balance of crunch and juicy tenderness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium chicken pieces
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 whole lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix breadcrumbs, parmesan, parsley, thyme, rosemary, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Assemble the Dish: Brush chicken with olive oil and lemon juice, then press the herb mixture firmly onto each piece.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
- Finishing Touches: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Pat the chicken dry before coating for better crispiness.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking dish for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken piece
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: herb crusted chicken, baked chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, crispy chicken, parmesan chicken