A tangy balsamic ketchup is the perfect dipping sauce for this Parmesan-Crusted Chicken. One pan is all you need to put dinner on the table.
Jump to RecipeKids love being able to dip their meat in something, so I wanted to make something delicious and healthy for my boys that they could dip. My kids want a dip with everything, especially my 6-year-old. Whether it’s ketchup with his hot dog, ranch with his french fries, or sour cream with his cheese quesadilla.
Even for adults, having something to dip food in can sometimes be fun, too. I’ve always enjoyed the flavor of chicken parmesan, but it can be messy with the sauce and melted cheese all over it. Plus, it isn’t easy for young kids who need help getting it cut up.
That’s how I came up with the idea for parmesan-crusted chicken with balsamic ketchup. It’s chicken breast that is breaded and covered with parmesan cheese. Then it is fried until golden brown and just crispy. You can serve them with a side salad, roasted carrots, and this balsamic ketchup for dipping.
Step by Step
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup olive oil
- 2 lb chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 1 cup ketchup
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Preparation
In a shallow bowl whisk the flour, salt, and pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In a third shallow bowl, stir the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, onion, oregano, and paprika.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, enough to cover about 1/4″ of the pan. Dip the chicken into the flour mixture, then the eggs, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing so it sticks. Place the parmesan-crusted chicken in the oil and cook, turning at least once, until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and vinegar. Serve the chicken with the balsamic ketchup for dipping.
Leftovers
Leftover parmesan-crusted chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Store the balsamic ketchup in a separate container. Either serve the leftover chicken cold or reheat in the microwave or stove until warmed through.
Recipe
Originally Published On: May 26, 2021
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Balsamic Ketchup
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup olive oil
- 2 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl whisk the flour, salt, and pepper
- In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs
- In a third shallow bowl, stir the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, onion, oregano, and paprika
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, enough to cover about 1/4″ of the pan
- Dip the chicken into the flour mixture, then the eggs, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing so it sticks
- Place the chicken in the oil and cook, turning at least once, until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes
- Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and vinegar
- Serve the chicken with the balsamic ketchup for dipping
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken FAQs
Yes, this should work with almost any cut of chicken. We prefer white meat at our house, so I use chicken breast most of the time.
Balsamic vinegar is usually found with other cooking oils and vinegars. It may say balsamic cooking vinegar on it.
Balsamic vinegar has a very strong taste, which is why we use a small amount compared to the ketchup. It has a tangy flavor, like most vinegars, but also picks up other flavors in the aging process. The exact flavor will depend on where and how your bottle was made.
Src: https://www.seriouseats.com/2014/05/everything-you-need-to-know-guide-to-balsamic-vinegar.html
This looks so crispy and flavourful! I’ve never had balsamic ketchup before, but that sounds so good too.
It does come out very crispy. And mixing the balsamic with the ketchup is delicious for something a little bit different.
I have never heard of balsamic ketchup before. I love balsamic vinegar so I will have to try it the next time I use ketchup.
It’s a great way to add a bit of tang to the ketchup!
Wow! This is a quick, easy to make and healthy recipe. Your photos are very lovely and looks so appealing to taste.
Thanks! We love quick and easy recipes here.
Oh this sounds so good! WE are in the biggest food rut for dinners!
I’ve been there before, sometimes even simple meals are great for a different dinner.
This looks so scrummy. I love the idea of the balsamic ketchup for a unique twist will have to give this a go!
I’ve not heard of balsamic ketchup before, but it sounds delicious! My husband would love this dish.
I think my favorite thing about this is that it looks fancy, but it really isn’t. I love recipes like that.
This looks so delicious, I have never had balsamic ketchup before, but looks good though!
I can relate with the kids wanting to deep their meat into something. My girls also love to deep their food into something. And thanks for this great idea
Your recipe is awesome. We have something new to try this weekend
This sounds so incredible! I love the idea of balsamic ketchup! This may actually be something my kids love which is a fete!
What Truly attracted me to this post. Is the idea of balsamic ketchup. I find that just fascinating
This looks like it would be a great recipe! I’m going to try giving it a whirl with a vegan meat alternative. 🙂
This looks yummy and it’s something new to me. It would be cool to try this recipe at home. Thank you for sharing!
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Balsamic Ketchup sounds so yummy! This is the first time I heard about Balsamic Ketchup though. Sounds tasty!
I hope it’s okay to print out your recipe because I just have done so! There was no way I was leaving it behind! Thanks for sharing about it.
I love Chicken parmesan.. Although i always have it for Chicken wings and i have not tried it with chicken breast yet.. I think adding balsamic vinegar sauce is a clever idea to add more kick to it
Thank you for sharing the recipe