Sophie Bennett
There are many ways to bread chicken with Progresso bread crumbs. One way is to set up three shallow bowls: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, salt, pepper, and herbs in the third. Dredge the chicken in flour, shake off the excess, then dip it in the egg, letting the extra drip off, before pressing it into the breadcrumb mixture. You can bake the chicken in the oven, fry it in a pan, or use an air fryer. If you're baking the chicken, cook it at 350°F until it's no longer pink in the center and the coating is golden brown. If you're frying it, use olive oil to cook the chicken until it's crisp and golden. If you're using an air fryer, press the bread crumbs firmly to adhere so they don't blow off during cooking.
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What You'll Learn
Prepare the chicken
To prepare the chicken, start by pounding the chicken breasts to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. This step ensures even cooking and tender meat. If you are using larger chicken breasts, cut them in half crosswise after pounding to make them more manageable in size. You can also opt for boneless, skinless chicken thighs as a substitute for chicken breasts if you prefer.
Next, set up three shallow dishes or bowls for the breading process. In the first dish, place some flour. You can pat the chicken dry before coating it with flour to ensure the breading sticks better. In the second dish, prepare an egg mixture by beating eggs and adding in other liquids like water, vinegar, or olive oil. You can also season the egg mixture with salt. The third dish will contain the breading. Combine the Progresso breadcrumbs with ingredients like Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or chives. You can also use Italian-style panko breadcrumbs for a crispier texture.
Now you are ready to bread the chicken. First, dredge the chicken in the flour, making sure to coat it evenly and shaking off any excess. Next, dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, again allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until it is completely coated. Make sure to press the breading onto the chicken so it adheres well and doesn't blow off during cooking, especially if you are using an air fryer.
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Set up the dredging station
To set up the dredging station, you will need three shallow dishes or bowls. In the first dish, place flour. You can pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before coating it with flour to help the breading stick better. In the second dish, beat one or two eggs, depending on the size of your batch. You can add a tablespoon of vinegar and a quarter teaspoon of salt to the egg mixture if desired. In the third dish, mix the Progresso breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese. You can also add herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or chives, and seasonings like salt and pepper, to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor. Make sure you have enough of each ingredient to thoroughly coat all of your chicken pieces.
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Dredge the chicken
To bread chicken with Progresso breadcrumbs, you'll need to first dredge the chicken. This process involves coating the chicken with a dry mixture, usually flour, before dipping it into a wet mixture (such as beaten eggs), and finally coating it with breadcrumbs.
Here's a step-by-step guide to dredging the chicken:
Step 1: Prepare the Flour
Place some flour in a shallow dish. You can use a plate or a wide, shallow bowl. Make sure there is enough flour to coat the chicken evenly.
Step 2: Dredge the Chicken in Flour
Take your chicken pieces and coat them evenly with the flour. Use a spoon or your hands to sprinkle the flour over the chicken, making sure all sides are coated. Gently shake off any excess flour. This step helps the wet mixture and breadcrumbs adhere better to the chicken.
Step 3: Prepare the Chicken
If your chicken breasts are on the larger side, cut them into more manageable portions. You can also pound the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness (about 1/4 inch thick) to ensure even cooking.
Step 4: Season the Chicken (Optional)
Before dipping the chicken into the wet mixture, you can season it with salt and pepper, or other herbs and spices of your choice. This step is optional but can add extra flavor to your chicken.
Step 5: Prepare the Wet Mixture
In another shallow dish, beat one or more eggs, depending on the amount of chicken you're preparing. You can also add other liquids, such as water or vinegar, and a pinch of salt to the eggs. Beat the mixture until it is well combined.
Now you are ready to dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, followed by the Progresso breadcrumbs.
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Cook the chicken
Now that your chicken is coated with flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, it's time to cook it!
If you're using an air fryer, set the temperature according to your model's instructions. Place a round of cooking parchment paper in the bottom of the air fryer basket. Pat the chicken dry, then coat it with flour, dip it into the egg mixture, and finally, coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the chicken so they don't blow off during cooking. Place the chicken in the air fryer and follow the recipe's timing instructions for cooking.
For oven-fried chicken tenders, preheat your oven to 350°F. After coating the chicken with flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, bake it for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the coating is golden brown. Serve with a dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce.
If you prefer to pan-fry your chicken, use olive oil to fry it until it's crisp and golden. Remember that pan-frying will produce a stronger smell than baking or air-frying, due to the increased amount of oil used.
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Serve the chicken
Once your chicken is cooked, it's time to serve it! The type of chicken you have prepared will determine the best way to serve it. For example, if you have made chicken tenders, you might want to serve them with a dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce. If you have made crispy Italian chicken in an air fryer, you could serve it with a salad.
If you have made a chicken casserole, you might want to serve it with rice. You could also serve your chicken with roast potatoes—to make these, parboil some potatoes and mix garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper with the breadcrumbs before coating the potatoes and baking them.
If you want to make a one-pan dish, you could try a one-pan ranch chicken recipe, which requires fewer dishes and less cleanup. You could also make a chicken dish with a side of vegetables, such as eggplant slices, for a healthier option.
Remember to consider your audience when serving the chicken. For example, if you are serving children, you might want to cut the chicken into smaller pieces or serve it with a dipping sauce that they will enjoy. If you are serving adults, you might want to consider serving the chicken with a glass of wine or a cocktail.
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Frequently asked questions
You will need three shallow dishes. Place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and Progresso breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, salt, pepper, and herbs in the third. First, coat the chicken with flour, then dip it into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off. Finally, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
You can make Air Fryer Crispy Italian Chicken, Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders, or One-Pan Ranch Chicken using Progresso bread crumbs.
You can pat the chicken dry before coating it in flour and dip it into the egg mixture to help the bread crumbs adhere better. When using an air fryer, you can also press the bread crumbs onto the chicken so that they don't blow off during cooking.
