Herb-Crusted Parmesan Chicken Medley
This Herb-Crusted Parmesan Chicken Medley is a delightful and convenient meal option, perfect for busy weeknights when you crave a home-cooked dinner. Made from tender, juicy chicken parts marinated in zesty Italian dressing, each piece is generously coated with a savory blend of parmesan cheese and herbs. This recipe makes three meals, ideal for families or those looking to stock up their freezer with delicious, precooked chicken. Simply bake, freeze, and reheat for a satisfying meal in minutes without compromising on flavor.
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Servings
1000
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Italian salad dressing
3/4 cup (none)
chicken parts
8-9 lbs (washed and trimmed)
parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 cups (none)
dry breadcrumbs
1 cup (none)
parsley flakes
1/3 cup (none)
paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
pepper
3/4 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by pouring the Italian salad dressing into a large mixing bowl.
2
Add the chicken parts to the salad dressing, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight. Turn the chicken occasionally in the dressing to enhance the flavor.
3
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
4
In a shallow dish, combine the grated parmesan cheese, dry breadcrumbs, parsley flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
5
Working one piece at a time, roll each marinated chicken part in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated. Place the coated chicken pieces in a greased 9x13 baking pan or on a foil-lined cookie sheet.
6
Spoon any excess salad dressing over the chicken pieces for extra flavor.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the thickest piece reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
8
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
9
Transfer the baked chicken pieces into freezer-safe bags or containers, label them with the date, and store them in the freezer.
10
To serve, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the frozen chicken on a heavy-duty foil-lined cookie sheet and warm for approximately 10 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Information
60g
Fat
40g
Carbs
80g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herb-Crusted Parmesan Chicken Medley?
It is a convenient freezer-friendly meal featuring chicken marinated in Italian dressing and coated in a parmesan-herb crust.
How many meals does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to produce enough chicken for approximately three separate meals.
How long should the chicken be marinated?
The chicken should marinate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
What type of salad dressing is used for the marinade?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of Italian salad dressing to marinate the chicken.
What is the initial oven temperature for baking?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) before baking the chicken.
How long does the chicken need to bake initially?
The chicken typically bakes for about one hour until fully cooked through.
What is the safe internal temperature for the chicken?
The thickest piece of chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
What ingredients are used for the herb crust?
The crust consists of grated parmesan cheese, dry breadcrumbs, parsley flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper.
How do I store the baked chicken for future use?
Transfer the cooled chicken into freezer-safe bags or containers, label them with the date, and store in the freezer.
How do I reheat the frozen chicken?
Place frozen pieces on a foil-lined cookie sheet and warm at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 10 minutes.
What is the reheating oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) for reheating.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prepping?
Yes, it is specifically designed to be baked, frozen, and reheated for quick future meals.
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 8 to 9 pounds of chicken parts.
How should the chicken parts be prepared?
The chicken parts should be washed and trimmed before being added to the marinade.
What size baking pan should be used?
You can use a greased 9x13 baking pan or a foil-lined cookie sheet.
What should I do with excess salad dressing?
You can spoon any excess dressing over the chicken pieces before baking for extra flavor.
Should I turn the chicken while it marinating?
Yes, turning the chicken occasionally in the dressing helps to enhance the flavor.
Do I need to let the chicken cool before freezing?
Yes, allow the chicken to cool completely before transferring it to freezer storage.
How much parmesan cheese is used in the breading?
The recipe requires 1 and 1/2 cups of grated parmesan cheese.
How many breadcrumbs are needed?
One cup of dry breadcrumbs is used for the coating mixture.
What amount of parsley flakes is included?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of parsley flakes.
How much paprika is used for seasoning?
The recipe includes 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of paprika.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 1000 calories.
How much protein does this dish provide?
Each serving provides about 80 grams of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are approximately 60 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 40 grams of carbohydrates.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are 8 total ingredients required for this chicken medley.
Can I use chicken breasts instead of assorted parts?
Yes, you can use chicken breasts, provided they are cooked to the internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Is there any salt and pepper in the crust?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 3/4 teaspoon of pepper.
Is this recipe considered an easy dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy dinner and a family-friendly make-ahead meal.