When you want your food to be satisfying in terms of crunch and taste then you are in the right place with the Panko Crusted Chicken. It is a taste ful recipe that turns chicken into an unresisted delicious meal that is simply not complicated to do.

 

The trick is in panko breadcrumbs that deliver a phenomenal crunch that to be heard on every bite. So, without wasting any time, here we go to learn how to make this delicious meal which your family will appreciate!

Panko breadcrumbs refer to the Japanese style breadcrumb which is also much lighter and crispier than the common breadcrumb. They are created using crustless white bread, which makes them unique in texture giving them a delicious crunch.

 

They are golden-brown in colour, having a moisture retentive property and penetrate goodness in the entire dish when present in Panko Crusted Chicken. Using panko instead of standard breadcrumbs becomes a ‘game-changer’ when it comes to the habitation of the requite crisp to your chicken.

One may need just a few ingredients to make Panko Crusted Chicken. The first step is to take boneless, skinless chicken breasts because they are the main ingredient in your meal. You will also require panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, eggs and seasonings including, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

 

Some additions are optional ingredient such as grated Parmesan cheese. The trick of making the meal successful is to have everything you need at hand so cooking does not drag and is rather pleasant.

First prepare your chicken breasts. Proceed to dry them with the paper towels to eliminate unnecessary moisture that may hinder the adhesive property of the coating. In case you have thick chicken breasts, then you can prepare them by making cutlets by cutting horizontally down the middle.

 

It does not only accelerate the cooking process but also makes each piece cook equally. To attain that crunchy Panko Crusted Chicken, proper preparation of the chicken is the decisive factor.

When preparing Panko Crusted Chicken it is important to create a breading station. Prepare three shallow dishes one having the all-purpose flour, one having beaten eggs and one having panko breadcrumbs mixed with your preferred seasonings.

 

First, poach dredge every chicken breast on the flour, shake off any excess. This will allow the egg wash to stick to the chicken which forms a solid layer that the crispy panko will coat.

After that, place the floured chicken breast in the already beaten eggs. Make sure that it became soaked in the eggs. The egg wash is a glue that keeps the panko breadcrumbs together so that it provides the trademark crunch.

 

Let any uncollected egg slide away then shift to the next stage. It is a critical procedure to make an attractively coated chicken with Panko crust, which will be crispy outside and juicy inside.

Once the egg wash has been done, there is time to coat the chicken using the panko breadcrumbs. Place the chicken breast in the shallow dish with panko and press to make sure that it is coated with panko evenly. You really need to make sure everything is covered as this will give you the crunchiness you desire.

 

You may as well put some grated Parmesan cheese inside the panko mixture to enhance flavor. It is a critical process to maximize the golden-brown color on the crust that would make your family and friends admire it.

Your chicken is now coated and time to cook it. Your Panko Crusted Chicken may be baked, pan-fried or air-fried. In order to bake it, set the oven to preheat to 400F (200C) and then add the chicken on a greased baking sheet.

 

Continue to bake 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 F (74 C). Pan frosting: Oil a pan and heat a skillet over the medium-high fire and cook 5-7 min on each side until golden brown.

In order your Panko Crusted Chicken to be as nice and crispy as it can get, you should not overcrowd the pan during frying. This might make the chicken steam instead of fry giving a soft coating.

 

When baking, you might want to consider turning the chicken after half way through the process so as to have balanced convert 63 crispiness. Allowing air to circulate around the chicken will also make the crunchy coating and this could be enabled by using a wire rack on the baking sheet.

When your chicken is cooked up to standard, take it out of the heat and leave it to rest for some minutes. This relaxing time gives the juices a redistribution process, giving you a wet tender chicken.

 

As a side, serve some of your favorite dipping sauce with your Panko Crusted Chicken, ranch dipping sauce, honey mustard, or marinara. Serve it with a refreshing salad or cooked veggies to serve your family a complete dinner.

In case you have your leftover, keep them well to make your Panko Crusted Chicken last long and delightful. Ensure that the chicken is cooled thoroughly and then put it to a container with a tightly closed lid. You can refrigerate it and keep it up to thirty days.

 

Reheating chicken will take around 10-15 minutes at the temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees centigrade) to make chicken crispy again. Don t forget; you can have leftovers as a fast lunch or dinner!

To sum up, Panko Crusted Chicken is a tasty recipe which will be an excellent combination of simplicity and inexpressible taste and texture. Packed with juicy inners and crunchy coating, it will only become one of the family favorites.

 

With these steps as described in this article you can make a meal that will satisfy craving as well as impress your visitors. So get your ingredients and be prepared to sink your teeth through a very tasty and crispy chicken dish that makes a sound even before it can be tasted!