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Baked Panko Chicken

Baked Panko Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Baked Panko Chicken offers a crispy coating and tender chicken paired with a sweet honey drizzle. This easy weeknight dinner is sure to satisfy your cravings!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken breast cutlets (about 6 thin chicken breast pieces)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs (unseasoned)
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Prepare the panko mixture by combining the panko with the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and onion powder. Pour the butter over the seasoned crumbs and mix until combined. Set aside.
  2. Season each side of the chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Then lay them flat on a large baking sheet and spread a very thin coat of mayonnaise over the top of each chicken breast.
  3. Turn each chicken breast mayo side down into the crumb mixture to coat the top, then return it to the baking sheet. Spoon any remaining crumbs over the top of each chicken breast and pat to secure to the chicken.
  4. Bake at 425˚F for 10 to 15 minutes, until cooked through to an internal temp of 165˚F. The time may vary based on the thickness of your chicken.
  5. While the chicken cooks, mix the honey with the red pepper flakes. Drizzle the honey over the chicken right before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Mayonnaise: If you can’t eat mayonnaise, sour cream and greek yogurt can also be used in place of mayo, but will lend a slightly different flavor.
  • Red Pepper Flakes: This is absolutely optional, but it is really delicious!
  • Storage: Keep it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze it for up to a month.