Herb-Breaded Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy, golden chicken cutlets coated in a fragrant blend of fresh herbs and whole-wheat breadcrumbs.
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This Herb-Breaded Chicken is a weeknight dinner winner that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Tender boneless chicken breasts are pounded thin and coated in a savory mixture of whole-wheat breadcrumbs, dried basil, thyme, oregano, tarragon, and paprika. The result is a delightfully crispy exterior with a juicy, herb-infused interior. It’s naturally gluten-free friendly if you swap the bread, and always low in fat. Serve it with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or over a bed of rice for a complete meal. The aromatic herbs make this dish feel gourmet without the fuss, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

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Herb-Breaded Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 101.8
Dietary:
L Low-fat

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This Herb-Breaded Chicken is a weeknight dinner winner that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Tender boneless chicken breasts are pounded thin and coated in a savory mixture of whole-wheat breadcrumbs, dried basil, thyme, oregano, tarragon, and paprika. The result is a delightfully crispy exterior with a juicy, herb-infused interior. It&# 226;ÂÂs naturally gluten-free friendly if you swap the bread, and always low in fat. Serve it with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or over a bed of rice for a complete meal. The aromatic herbs make this dish feel gourmet without the fuss, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400ðF (200ðC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Pulse the whole-wheat bread in a food processor until it forms fine crumbs, or crush it finely between your hands.
  3. In a shallow bowl, mix the bread crumbs with dried basil, thyme, oregano, tarragon, paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even 1/2-inch thickness.
  5. Lightly brush or spray the chicken breasts with olive oil to help the coating adhere.
  6. Press the herb-breadcrumb mixture firmly onto both sides of each chicken breast, ensuring an even coat.
  7. Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and spray lightly with cooking oil.
  8. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 101.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1403.3mg59%
Total Carbohydrate 18.8g7%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 3.5g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, herbs, breaded, crispy, basil, thyme, oregano, tarragon, paprika, whole wheat, healthy, low fat, easy dinner, weeknight meal, pan fried, crunchy, aromatic, protein, comfort food, simple
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