Crispy Melt-In Chicken: 35-Minute Juicy, Golden, Irresistible Weeknight Chicken Dinner
Crispy Melt-In Chicken is tender, juicy chicken marinated in garlic and yogurt, coated in a crispy, cheesy crust, then baked or pan-fried until golden and delicious.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
¾ cup panko or regular breadcrumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp paprika (for coating)
Olive oil or melted butter (for cooking)
Instructions
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Mix yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for 15–30 min.
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Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
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Coat chicken in breadcrumb mix.
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Bake at 425°F for 20–25 min or pan-fry in oil 4–5 min per side until golden and cooked through.
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Rest 5 min. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra crunch, use panko. Marinate longer for deeper flavor. Air fryer works great for fast, crispy results.