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Parmesan Crusted Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Parmesan crusted chicken sheet pan dinner with a golden, deeply crackling parmesan crust and roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes. This Italian-American weeknight dinner bakes in one pan at 425°F for crispy tops and juicy chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and coating
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
Vegetables and finishing
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep and season
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix the parmesan, panko, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning together until evenly combined.
  3. Brush each chicken breast with the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise mixture, then press firmly into the parmesan coating so the top is thick and adherent.
Assemble and bake
  1. Place the coated chicken on the sheet pan with space around each piece so the crust can crisp.
  2. Toss the asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then arrange them around the chicken on the sheet pan.
  3. Bake for 22–25 minutes at 425°F until the crust is deeply golden and the chicken is cooked through; serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

For the crispiest, crackling parmesan crust, press the coating firmly onto the chicken and avoid moving the chicken until the bake is complete. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat on a sheet pan in a 400°F oven until hot to help re-crisp. Freezing isn’t recommended because the coating can soften. For a lighter option, use light mayonnaise to reduce fat while keeping the same coating method.