Cheddar Crispy Chicken (Printable Version)

Chicken breasts seasoned and baked with a crunchy crust of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs that’s full of flavor.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - About 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (around 680 grams)

→ Breading

02 - 120 grams panko crumbs
03 - 240 ml beaten eggs (2 large eggs)
04 - 120 grams sharp cheddar, shredded
05 - 30 ml milk or water

→ Spices

06 - Salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder, all to your liking

# Detailed Preparation Steps:

01 - Turn the oven to 200°C and wait till it's hot all the way through.
02 - Stir together the panko crumbs, cheddar, and spices in a bowl until everything is blended.
03 - Whisk the eggs and milk in a separate bowl until smooth.
04 - Coat each chicken breast fully in the egg mix, then press it into the breadcrumb mix so it sticks well.
05 - Place the breaded chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake 25 to 30 minutes until golden and the thickest part hits 74°C.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - Try throwing in some cayenne pepper to the crumb mix for a little kick.
02 - Make sure the chicken hits 74°C inside so it's safe to eat.
03 - Serve it with a fresh salad or some roasted veggies to round out your meal.

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