Description
Delightful Portuguese Parmesan Chicken dances with Mediterranean flavors, blending crispy chicken and zesty tomato rice. Savory spices and fresh ingredients create a mouthwatering journey through Portugal’s culinary landscape that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup white rice
Rice and Sauce Components:
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Parmesan coating by combining grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs in a shallow dish, ensuring a uniform mixture for even chicken coverage.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until well blended, creating a smooth binding agent for the cheese coating.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to help the coating adhere more effectively.
- Dredge each chicken breast first in the whisked eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully roll in the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure complete coverage.
- Arrange coated chicken on a lightly greased baking sheet, positioning pieces with space between them for even heat circulation.
- Drizzle a thin layer of olive oil over the chicken to enhance browning and add a subtle richness.
- Roast in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, until the exterior turns golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While chicken bakes, sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant and translucent.
- Add white rice to the sautéed aromatics, stirring to coat grains with oil and toast slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender.
- Stir tomato sauce into the cooked rice, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Plate the crispy Parmesan chicken atop the vibrant tomato rice, creating an appetizing Portuguese-inspired meal.
Notes
- Customize the cheese blend by mixing Parmesan with Romano or Pecorino for deeper flavor complexity.
- Prevent dry chicken by using a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F without overcooking.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting breadcrumbs with almond meal or crushed gluten-free crackers for crispy coating.
- Enhance rice’s richness by adding a splash of white wine during sautéing onions for subtle depth and aromatic undertones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg