Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

plain yogurt

2.5 tbsp

Dijon mustard

1 cup

fresh whole wheat bread crumbs

1 tsp

dried thyme leaves

crushed

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

4 piece

skinless chicken breasts

boned if desired

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~6 min

In a small bowl, combine yogurt and Dijon mustard.

Step 3
~6 min

In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~6 min

Spread each piece of chicken with the yogurt-mustard mixture.

Step 5
~6 min

Roll the coated chicken in the bread crumb mixture, ensuring even coverage.

Step 6
~6 min

Place the breaded chicken in a single layer on a lightly greased baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~6 min

Bake for 45-50 minutes for bone-in chicken, or 30 minutes for boneless chicken, until golden brown and the meat is no longer pink inside.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy chicken, spray bread crumbs with cooking oil before baking.

Use different herbs for varied flavor profiles (e.g., rosemary, oregano).

Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for quicker and more uniform cooking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead and refrigerated for a few hours before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted vegetables

Serve with a side salad

Serve with mashed potatoes

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted asparagus
Mashed sweet potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Commonly found in European and American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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