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Parmesan Crusted Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner is an easy, one-pan meal full of crispy, cheesy goodness and roasted veggies.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat and prep: Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 400°F. Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.

2. Make the Parmesan-panko mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper until evenly combined.

3. Season the chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the breasts, rubbing to coat evenly. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

4. Coat the chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the Parmesan-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere a thick, even crust. Shake off any excess crumb mixture and arrange the chicken on one side of the prepared sheet pan.

5. Dress the vegetables: In a medium bowl, toss broccoli florets, cherry tomato halves, and red onion wedges with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, then spread the vegetables in a single layer on the empty side of the sheet pan.

6. Roast: Slide the sheet pan into the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the breadcrumbs are golden brown. The veggies should be tender with lightly charred edges.

7. (Optional) Broil for extra crispiness: If you prefer a deeper golden crust on the chicken, switch the oven to broil on high for 1–2 minutes—watch closely to prevent burning.

8. Rest and finish: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon wedges over the chicken and vegetables before serving.

Notes

• For best results, cut broccoli into similar-sized florets so it roasts evenly.
• Patting chicken dry is key to a crispy coating—moisture inhibits browning.
• If your sheet pan is small, use two pans to avoid overcrowding, which leads to steaming instead of roasting.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven-baked / Sheet Pan
  • Cuisine: American

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