Chicken with Parmesan Crust (Print-Friendly Version)

Juicy chicken covered with Parmesan and herbs served with a mix of roasted veggies.

# Ingredients List:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 boneless chicken breasts without skin

→ Coating Blend

02 - 100 grams panko bread crumbs
03 - 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
04 - Salt and black pepper to your liking
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 100 grams shredded Parmesan cheese

→ Oils and Extras

07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice if you like
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Veggies

09 - 400 grams mixed veggies like bell peppers, broccoli, green beans, and cherry tomatoes

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Turn the oven on to 200°C (400°F) and let it get hot.
02 - In a shallow bowl, stir together the Parmesan, bread crumbs, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper well.
03 - Rub olive oil on the chicken breasts, then press them into the Parmesan mix to coat both sides well.
04 - Lay the coated chicken pieces on one side of a big baking tray in a single layer.
05 - Toss the veggies with some olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them out on the other half of the tray.
06 - Bake everything for 20 to 25 minutes till the chicken hits 74°C (165°F) inside and the veggies turn tender and slightly browned.
07 - Right before you eat, you can squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and veggies to brighten up the flavors.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For a crunchier crust, give the bread crumbs a quick toast before mixing with the cheese.
02 - Make sure the chicken is cooked through by checking it hits 74°C (165°F) inside.
03 - Feel free to change the amount of veggies based on how many people you’re serving.