Crispy Parmesan Chicken
The best thing about this recipe is that it's still full of flavour. The panko crumbs gives this chicken an extra crunch. And all the seasonings gives this chicken so much flavour! I could easily eat this breaded chicken alone and it will still be delicious.
This recipe has quickly become one of our favourites.
I love this recipe because it is one of those hearty meals that doesn't really take too much time to make. It's full of flavour. And, well, Mr. Man was thoroughly impressed.
And Mr. Man loves it because, well, it's simply delicious. (He doesn't ask for much really.)
I am always looking for ways to upgrade our dinners. I love adding protein to them but after a while, it all seems the same.
So I added this crispy parmesan chicken on this side instead.
I love the mix of the different textures - the soft comforting-ness of pasta and then this crisp, flavourful chicken. Opposites but yet, they go so well together.
I try not to deep fry anything, ever. I can't seem to tolerate those foods. But but because this chicken is shallow fried, it isn't overly oily and greasy. Just delicious and crispy.
The best thing about this recipe is that it's still full of flavour.
I've had a lot of breaded chickens that just taste like a bread-like crust. That's where this is different. The panko crumbs gives this chicken an extra crunch. And all the seasonings gives this chicken so much flavour! I could easily eat this breaded chicken alone and it will still be delicious.
Makes:2 servings
Preptime:
Cook time:
- In a shallow bowl or plate, evenly mix panko crumbs, parmesan, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder. Set aside
- Dip the chicken breast in the beaten egg. Ensure chicken is evenly coated.
- Press the chicken breast into the panko crumb mixture on both sides and its evenly coated.
- In a skillet, add a few tablespoons of oil - enough to just cover the bottom of the pan - no more. Heat skillet on medium high heat.
- Shallow fry the chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through (approximately 5 minutes per side).
Chicken with Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
Chicken teriyaki is definitely one of my go-to take out foods! After all, it is probably one of the most healthiest choices you can get at your local food court. But this recipe for homemade teriyaki sauce is a million times better - and so much better for you too! And of course, you can use this sauce for both meat and vegetarian dishes!
Chicken teriyaki is definitely one of my go-to take out foods! After all, it is probably one of the most healthiest choices you can get at your local food court.
Of course, I tried making this at home with some of the bottled teriyaki sauces in my local grocery store, but it never seems to taste like the restaurant version.
And then I learned to make it at home.
Let me tell you, it is so much better than what we are used to from our average takeout restaurants. It's lighted, has so much more flavour and you can put as little, or in my case, as much as you want.
The mirin in this recipe is what makes all the difference! Mirin is a sweet Japanese rice wine (with less alcohol). I have played with different proportions of mirin and soy sauce and found that equal amounts of both work best. If you prefer a sweeter teriyaki sauce, add as much brown sugar as you like but be careful with it on the stove as too much brown sugar may burn.
I personally like the sauce to thicken up not not too sticky as I can easily eat just the teriyaki sauce with rice any time of day!
I served my teriyaki with chicken, but you can easily change the recipe to beef, salmon, shrimp, or, of course, veggies.
Makes: 2 servings
Preptime:
Cook time:
- In a skillet, saute chicken strips in the hot oil onmedium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Set aside
- In the same skillet, saute the broccoli florets, careful not to overcook.
- In a separate saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin and sugar to taste over medium-high heat, stirring often.
- Bring to a boil and lower heat to medium. Simmer until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
- On a plate or bowl of rice, add the chicken, broccoli and pour over the teriyaki sauce. Serve and devour.
