Crispy Baked Chicken Milanese
All the crunch of the classic without the frying! Coated in a golden Parmesan and herb breadcrumb crust, this oven-baked chicken Milanese is crispy on the outside and juicy inside. A fuss-free weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
🛒 Ingredients
5 servings
- 500 g chicken thighs or drumettes
- 1 tsp fine salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup fine breadcrumbs
- 5 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Mix lemon juice and Dijon mustard in a bowl. Coat the chicken pieces evenly and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 3
In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan and dried herbs.
- 4
Dredge each chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks well.
- 5
Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- 6
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the crust is golden and the chicken is cooked through.
💡 Chef's Tip
Swap regular breadcrumbs for panko for an extra-crispy crust. Serve with a green salad and lemon wedges on the side.
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