Baked Chicken Breasts with Parmesan Crust

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.

2. 2

   Mix the mustard, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the cayenne in a medium bowl.

3. 3

   Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat completely; set aside.

4. 4

   In a medium shallow bowl, combine the parmesan and panko.

5. 5

   Dredge the chicken pieces in the panko mixture, coating evenly and heavily, and pressing the coating into the meat.

6. 6

   Put the chicken on a rack set over a baking sheet, spray with a quick burst of cooking spray and put the sheet in the middle of the oven.

7. 7

   Bake until the chicken is golden and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.

8. 8

   Let rest 5 minutes before cutting or serving.

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   Photograph by Charles Masters

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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