Description
This Baked Buttermilk Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful buttermilk and garlic mixture, then coated with a crispy panko and parmesan crust, and baked to golden perfection. Perfectly seasoned with herbs and spices, this dish combines simple ingredients for a deliciously comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Coating
- 1½ cups panko bread crumbs
- â…“ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray, for baking
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a resealable plastic bag. In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl or plate, combine the panko bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and let the excess liquid drain off. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the panko mixture, pressing lightly to ensure a good coating on both sides.
- Arrange for Baking: Place a wire rack on top of a baking tray to allow air circulation and prevent soggy bottoms. Lay the coated chicken breasts on the rack. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray to help achieve a crispy crust during baking.
- Bake the Chicken: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Check doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165ºF (74ºC) using an instant-read thermometer and that the juices run clear. Once done, garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
- Marinating overnight will yield the most tender and flavorful chicken.
- Using a wire rack helps the chicken cook evenly and stay crispy all around.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray both sides of the chicken with cooking spray before baking.
- If you don’t have panko, regular bread crumbs can be used but the texture will be less crunchy.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to taste, especially if using salted parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
