Panko-Crusted Chicken Melts
Panko-Crusted Chicken Melts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that will satisfy your cravings for a hearty and flavorful meal. This dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and can be served with a side of your favorite vegetables or salad.
To make Panko-Crusted Chicken Melts, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese
To start, preheat your oven to 375°F. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another shallow dish, beat the egg. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge the chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip the chicken in the beaten egg, then coat it in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.
While the chicken is baking, toast the bread slices. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each chicken breast. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
To assemble the Panko-Crusted Chicken Melts, place a chicken breast on top of each slice of toasted bread. Serve hot and enjoy!
This dish is a perfect combination of crispy and juicy, with the panko breadcrumbs adding a satisfying crunch to the tender chicken. The melted cheddar cheese adds a creamy and savory flavor that complements the chicken perfectly. Panko-Crusted Chicken Melts are a great option for a quick and easy meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and full.
Type of dish: Sandwich
Main ingredients: Chicken, Panko breadcrumbs, Cheddar cheese
