Oven-Baked Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Pecorino Blend

Ingredients

- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the chicken.

2. Prepare the Coating: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.

3. Coat the Chicken: Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts. Using a spatula or spoon, spread a thick layer of the mayonnaise mixture over each chicken breast. Make sure both sides are well-coated.

4. Bread the Chicken: In a shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Dip each mayonnaise-coated chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere to both sides.

5. Arrange for Baking: Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased baking dish to prevent sticking.

6. Bake: Insert the baking sheet or dish into the preheated oven. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and the breadcrumb coating is golden brown and crispy.

7. Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute within the meat for a juicier bite.

8. Presentation: Slice the chicken and serve it with a complementing side dish, such as a fresh garden salad or garlic mashed potatoes.

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

- Parmesan Crusted Chicken
- Oven-Baked Chicken
- Pecorino Cheese
- Italian Chicken Dish
- Easy Dinner Recipe
- Crispy Chicken
- Baked Chicken Breast
- Mayonnaise Chicken
- Cheesy Chicken Dinner
- Oven Cooking Recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1420 calories

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