Ingredients
Gathering your ingredients is the first step to culinary success. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Feel free to substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour if needed, and for a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
Instructions
Let’s dive into the cooking process. These steps are designed to be as straightforward as possible, inspired by the no-fuss, flavorful meals my family always enjoyed.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet. Top each breast with a slice of provolone cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International