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Panko Breadcrumb topping is easy to add to your favorite casserole or my Velveeta mac and cheese to give it an extra bit of texture and flavor. Try adding it to Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole or why not try it on Creamy Ham and Noodle Casserole?
Panko Breadcrumb Topping
This panko breadcrumb topping is easy to make and easy to customize to your dish. You can add different spices depending on the dish you make. Mac and cheese and panko breadcrumb topping go well together as you add parmesan cheese to compliment the dish.
Tip
If using panko bread crumb topping on a chicken casserole you can add a pinch of poultry seasoning.
Ingredients in Panko Breadcrumb Topping
Easy to mix and even easier to add your spices to customize the flavor. For detailed instructions see the recipe card below.
- panko crumbs
- salted butter melted
- shredded Parmesan cheese
- paprika
- powder
- parsley
Making a panko breadcrumb topping for a casserole is easy and it gives the casserole a bit of texture and crunch. Making a plain casserole a little bit better and our family surely enjoyed every bite.
Happy Cooking
Love,
Karlynn
Great Casseroles for Dinner
Panko Breadcrumb Topping
Ingredients
- 1 cup panko crumbs
- 3 tablespoons salted butter - melted
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon parsley
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the Panko and any chosen spices if desired.
- Once mixed, pour the butter on top of the Panko mixture and mix gently until well combined.
- Use as a crispy topping on top of casseroles and mac and cheese. Top the casserole with the Panko then bake until crispy on top, usually around 20 minutes or so.
Notes
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Rebecca Dicioccio says
Great topping recipe, especially with the herbs and cheese. I used it to top tuna noodle casserole.