Herbs & Seasonings
Garlic powder (your go-to!)
Onion powder
Italian seasoning
Dried parsley
Dried thyme
Dried rosemary (crushed finely)
Dried basil
Paprika or smoked paprika
Lemon pepper
Cajun seasoning (for a spicy version)
Cheesy Options
Grated Parmesan (classic + crisps beautifully)
Asiago or Romano (very flavorful—use sparingly)
Crunch Boosters
Finely chopped pecans
Finely chopped walnuts
Finely crushed cornflakes
Crushed Ritz crackers (extra buttery coating)
Fresh & Bright Additions
Lemon zest
Orange zest
Finely chopped fresh parsley (mix into panko right before coating)
For Heat
Cayenne pepper
Chili powder
Red pepper flakes
Chipotle powder
