Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Basil Aioli: Easy and Delicious Recipe
Enjoy a crispy and flavorful Parmesan crusted chicken served with a creamy basil aioli. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat with the cheese mixture.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the basil aioli, blend mayonnaise, fresh basil, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve chicken with basil aioli on the side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like oregano or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with aioli
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Basil Aioli, Easy Recipe, Chicken Dinner