What's For Dinner? Pan-Seared Panko Breaded Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs add fiber and nutrients while regular breadcrumbs are often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while cornstarch can provide a gluten-free option.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be a cheaper substitute.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken pieces

Chicken thighs are often more flavorful and cheaper than breasts.

Mix cayenne pepper and cinnamon into the flour.

Mix garlic powder and parsley flakes into the panko breadcrumbs.

Sprinkle black pepper on one side of the chicken breasts.

Dredge chicken in the flour mixture.

Dip chicken into a milk and egg mixture.

Coat chicken in panko breadcrumbs.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan and cook chicken for 2 minutes on each side.

Transfer chicken to an oven and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.

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