Description

A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring crispy, panko-crusted chicken breasts coated in Dijon mustard and fresh rosemary, finished with a bright squeeze of lemon or lime.

Ingredients

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to ½-inch thickness)
Dijon mustard
Fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
All-purpose flour
Large eggs (beaten with 1 tablespoon water)
Panko breadcrumbs
Garlic powder
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Vegetable oil
Lemon or lime (for squeezing)

Instructions

Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels. If thick, pound to an even ½-inch thickness. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: 1) Flour mixed with garlic powder and a pinch of salt; 2) Beaten eggs with water; 3) Panko breadcrumbs mixed with chopped rosemary.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into the egg wash, then press firmly into the panko-rosemary mixture to coat evenly.
Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place chicken in the hot oil, ensuring not to crowd the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove chicken to a wire rack to rest for a few minutes.
Just before serving, squeeze fresh lemon or lime juice over the top and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure chicken is completely dry before dredging to prevent breading from falling off. Let breaded chicken rest for 5 minutes before frying to help the coating set. For a lighter version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 450
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 600
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 1
Protein: 35

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