Best 6 Breaded Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Breaded chicken breasts are a classic dish that can be enjoyed at any meal. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. The key to making the perfect breaded chicken breast is to use a tender breast, a flavorful breading, and a hot oven. In this article, we will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to make the best breaded chicken breasts, as well as some tips and tricks for making them even better.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BREADED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Whenever you make breaded and fried chicken, it disappears almost immediately. Try our foolproof three-step method for perfect results every time, then turn it into Chicken Parmesan or serve over salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large eggs
Coarse salt
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1 cup vegetable oil
8 thin chicken cutlets (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, whisk eggs with teaspoon salt; let stand 5 minutes. In another shallow dish, season flour with 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a third shallow dish, season breadcrumbs with 1 teaspoon salt.
  • In a large cast-iron skillet or other heavy deep skillet, heat oil over medium. Meanwhile, pat chicken dry with paper towels. Coat in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg (letting excess drip off). Dredge in breadcrumbs, turning twice and patting to adhere.
  • Increase heat to medium-high. Working in batches, add chicken to skillet; cook, gently shaking skillet occasionally, until chicken is browned, about 4 minutes. Turn with tongs; cook until browned and opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes more (if browning too quickly, lower heat). Between batches, skim off brown crumbs from oil with a slotted spoon. Drain chicken on paper towels; season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 g, Fat 37 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 49 g

BREADED CHICKEN BREASTS



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A friend and I created this breaded chicken, and it's been a hit with my family ever since. We love the chicken's light lemon flavor and the moist breading. -Karin Bailey, Golden, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice and garlic. Dip chicken in butter mixture, then roll in crumbs., Roll-up chicken jelly-roll style; place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Drizzle with any remaining butter mixture; sprinkle with paprika. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 694mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein.

PECAN BREADED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Very flavorful twist to fried chicken!

Provided by Rhoda McIntosh

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons real maple syrup
1 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • On waxed paper, combine pecans, flour, and salt.
  • Brush chicken breasts all over with maple syrup. Coat chicken breasts completely with nut mixture.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and stir in the vegetable oil. Add chicken, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until chicken is browned on all sides and tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

BREADED LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is one of my family's favorite chicken recipes (I have many posted on this site!) --- to save time you may coat with the breading mixture, roll up the breasts and refrigerate until ready to bake --- the subtle lemon flavor gives the chicken it a really nice kick --- there is no need to pound the breasts thin just roll them up as tightly as you can they will stay together during and after baking, also I have even topped them with sliced mozzarella cheese :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs (use only dry, fresh will not stick)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (or to taste) or 1 -2 teaspoon dried parsley (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper (can use seasoning salt if desired)
1/2 cup butter (melted in the microwave with the garlic)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (can use more, do not use bottled, I use the juice of 1 whole lemon)
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh garlic clove (can use more or less)
5 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to about half)
paprika (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Butter an 11 x 7-inch or a 9-inch baking pan baking dish (if doubling the recipe to make 12 breasts, use a 13 x 9-inch pan.
  • In a bowl, combine the dry breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • In another bowl combine the melted butter/garlic mixture and lemon juice; whisk well to combine (if you run out of butter when dipping the breasts, which has happened to me many times, just melt about another 1/4 cup butter and add in about 1 tablespoon more of lemon juice in the microwave.
  • Dip chicken in butter mixture, then roll in crumbs (patting down the crumbs into the chicken breasts).
  • Roll-up chicken jelly-roll style; place seam side down in a greased baking dish drizzle with any remaining butter mixture; sprinkle with paprika if desired.
  • Place a slice of cheese on top the last 10 minutes of baking if desired.
  • Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked though (baking time will vary depending on how thin you pounded the chicken).

BREADED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH PARMESAN CHEESE



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Breading is one of the finest and most versatile cooking techniques. It's easy and quick, and foods properly breaded and cooked are particularly tempting. Pair this dish with a quick ratatouille, a white or red wine (try a lightly chilled Beaujolais), a tossed green salad, and a sherbet or ice for dessert.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, about 1 1/4 pounds
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons flour
1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons water
1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons corn, peanut or vegetable oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cut away and discard any white membranes or traces of fat from the breast halves. Sprinkle each with salt and pepper.
  • Put the flour in a shallow dish. Dip the breasts in the flour. Coat well, and shake off excess.
  • Combine the egg with water, salt and pepper in another shallow dish, and beat to blend.
  • Combine the bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese in a third dish, and blend.
  • Dip the breast halves in the egg mixture, coating thoroughly. Drain off excess. Dip the pieces in the bread-crumb mixture, also coating thoroughly. Pat the pieces lightly with the flat side of a large knife to make the crumbs adhere.
  • Heat the oil, preferably in a nonstick skillet, and add the breasts. Cook over moderately high heat until golden brown on one side, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown on the second side.
  • Transfer the chicken to a warm platter; pour the fat from the skillet.
  • Add the butter to the skillet, and cook until bubbling. Add the tarragon and lemon juice; blend. Pour the sauce over the chicken, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 662, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 70 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 836 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram

BREADED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CHEESE



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Make and share this Breaded Chicken Breasts With Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large whole boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup seasoned flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 slices gruyere cheese
1 cup tomato sauce, heated
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees farenheit (200 degrees celcius).
  • Dredge chicken with flour. Dip into beaten eggs. Coat with breadcrumbs.
  • Heat oil in frying pan. When it reaches medium-high heat, add chicken breasts and cook 4 minutes.
  • Flip chicken breasts over and cook an additional 4 minutes.
  • Place chicken in ovenproof dish and cook 5 minutes in pre-heated oven.
  • Remove chicken from oven and cover each breast with a slice of cheese.
  • Return chicken to oven and bake 5 more minutes.
  • Season tomato sauce if necessary and serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.7, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 170.8, Sodium 785.5, Carbohydrate 57.8, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 34.6

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken breasts. Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size so they cook evenly. You can also use chicken thighs if you prefer dark meat.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken breasts. This will help you get clean, even slices that will cook evenly. If you don't have a sharp knife, you can use kitchen shears.
  • Tenderize the chicken breasts. This is an optional step, but it can help to make the chicken breasts more tender. You can tenderize the chicken breasts by pounding them with a meat mallet or by marinating them in a mixture of milk, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Use a variety of breading ingredients. You can use a variety of breading ingredients, such as flour, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, and panko breadcrumbs. You can also add herbs, spices, and grated cheese to the breading mixture for extra flavor.
  • Coat the chicken breasts evenly in the breading mixture. Make sure the chicken breasts are completely coated in the breading mixture so that they cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken breasts from burning. You can cook the chicken breasts in a skillet, a baking dish, or on a grill.
  • Cook the chicken breasts until they are cooked through. The chicken breasts are cooked through when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion:

Breaded chicken breasts are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or salad. You can also use breaded chicken breasts to make sandwiches, wraps, or tacos. With so many different ways to prepare and serve them, breaded chicken breasts are a great option for any meal.

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