We are always on the lookout for new kid-friendly meals. This one has come up a winner. We originally pitched it to our nine-year-old as being just like a large crumbed chicken nugget. And after being cajoled into trying it, our mini discerning diner gave it the thumbs up.
The chicken comes out moist and tender, and the flavoursome crumbs are light and crunchy.
Here’s what you’ll need:
¾ cup breadcrumbs (dried, panko or fresh)
1 cup parmesan, finely grated
2 shallots, finely chopped
zest and juice of 1 lemon
4 tbs butter, melted
freshly ground salt and pepper
4 chicken breast fillets, cut into large pieces
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Mix the breadcrumbs, parmesan, shallots, lemon zest, melted butter, salt and pepper in a bowl.
Lay the chicken pieces out in a baking dish and cover with an even layer of the breadcrumb mixture.
Bake in the oven for around 20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Sprinkle lemon juice (to your taste; we like a lot of lemon so we use all the juice) and parsley over the top then serve.
This dish is great served with creamy mashed potato and lots of steamed greens.