Cheddar-Crusted Chicken with Honey Dijon Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients

- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Honey Dijon Yogurt Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (approximately 200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. Prepare the Dredging Stations:
- In a shallow dish, combine flour with salt and pepper.
- In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- In a third shallow dish, mix Panko breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. Coat the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Press the chicken into the Panko-cheddar mixture, ensuring an even coat.

4. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Sear each chicken breast for about 2 minutes per side until golden (this ensures extra crispiness).
- Transfer seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet.

5. Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and the crust is golden and crispy.

6. Prepare the Sauce:
While the chicken is baking, prepare the honey Dijon yogurt sauce.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth.

7. Serve:
Plate the cheddar-crusted chicken and drizzle with the honey Dijon yogurt sauce. Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time:
PT15M
15 minutes

Cooking Time:
PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

"Chicken Dinner", "Cheddar Crusted Chicken", "Honey Dijon Sauce", "Greek Yogurt Sauce", "Oven Baked Chicken", "Panko Crust", "Family Meal", "Easy Chicken Recipe", "Dinner Recipe", "Cheddar Chicken"

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2800 calories

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