Cheddar-Crusted Chicken

Overview

✨ Crispy, cheesy, and comforting in just 30 minutes!

This Cheddar-Crusted Chicken takes juicy chicken cutlets and tops them with a golden crust of panko breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, and Fry Seasoning for a zesty crunch. On the side, creamy mashed sweet potatoes and roasted broccoli add balance and heartiness, making this a well-rounded meal that’s as easy as it is satisfying. It’s a weeknight win that feels like a weekend indulgence.

This meal is inspired by HelloFresh, which we originally used to make this in the past.

• Serves: 6
• Prep Time: ~10 minutes
• Cook Time: ~30 minutes

Estimated Calories & Sources

Ingredient	Quantity	Calories	Source
Chicken Breast (raw)	36 oz (1,020 g)	~1,740 kcal	FatSecret
Sweet Potatoes	6 medium (~1,200 g)	~1,050 kcal	FatSecret
Broccoli	24 oz (680 g)	~240 kcal	FatSecret
Panko Breadcrumbs	¾ cup (40 g)	~150 kcal	FatSecret
Cheddar Cheese	1.5 cups (6 oz/170 g)	~690 kcal	FatSecret
Sour Cream	12 tbsp (180 g)	~430 kcal	FatSecret
Butter	6 tbsp (85 g)	~610 kcal	FatSecret
Olive Oil	~3 tbsp (42 g)	~360 kcal	FatSecret

Total (approx): 5,270 kcal
Per serving (6 servings): ~880 kcal

Ingredients

Produce

• 6 sweet potatoes
• 24 oz broccoli
• ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs

Pantry

• 3 tbsp Fry Seasoning
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Dairy

• 12 tbsp sour cream
• 1.5 cups cheddar cheese
• 6 tbsp butter

Protein

• 36 oz chicken breasts

Instructions

Step 1: Prep & Boil Sweet Potatoes

1. Adjust racks to top and middle positions and preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into ½-inch pieces.
3. Place sweet potatoes in a medium pot with enough salted water to cover by 2 inches.
4. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
5. Drain and return to pot, keeping covered until ready to mash.

Step 2: Prep Chicken & Broccoli

1. In a small bowl, combine panko, cheddar cheese, half the Fry Seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and remaining Fry Seasoning.
3. Place chicken on a baking sheet and brush with half the sour cream.
4. Evenly top with panko-cheddar mixture, pressing to adhere.
5. On a second baking sheet, toss broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 3: Roast

1. Place chicken on the middle rack and broccoli on the top rack.
2. Roast 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal) and broccoli is browned and tender.
   • Tip: Broccoli may finish before chicken. Remove if done earlier.

Step 4: Mash Sweet Potatoes

1. Mash sweet potatoes with butter, remaining sour cream, and salt.
2. For extra sweetness, add a pinch of brown sugar or drizzle of honey if desired.

Step 5: Serve

1. Divide mashed sweet potatoes, roasted broccoli, and cheddar-crusted chicken between plates.
2. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

• Add a squeeze of lemon over broccoli for brightness.
• Try swapping cheddar for Monterey Jack or Parmesan for a flavor twist.
• Toast leftover panko mix in a skillet to use as a crunchy topping for veggies.