Description
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender boneless chicken breasts are coated with a crispy Parmesan cheese crust and baked alongside a medley of colorful mixed vegetables, creating a complete, nutritious dinner all in one pan.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetables
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot enough to cook the chicken and vegetables evenly, creating a crispy crust on the chicken.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to help the oil and seasonings stick better, then drizzle olive oil over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides to add flavor beneath the Parmesan crust.
- Apply Parmesan Crust: In a bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese with additional garlic powder if desired, then press this mixture firmly onto each chicken breast to create a thick, flavorful crust.
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop the mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces and arrange them around the chicken breasts on a large sheet pan. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil to help them roast beautifully.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the Parmesan crust is golden brown. The vegetables should be tender and slightly caramelized.
Notes
- You can customize the mixed vegetables based on your preference or seasonality.
- Using freshly grated Parmesan ensures the best texture for the crust.
- If you prefer a spicier crust, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the Parmesan mixture.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to retain juices.
- Make sure to use a rimmed sheet pan to prevent any juices from spilling over in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
