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  Published July 17, 2026 Crude oil is trading near one-month highs this week, and if you've filled up your tank recently, you've probably already felt it. The culprit: an escalating conflict in the Middle East that's disrupting one of the world's most important oil shipping routes — and it's starting to show up at Canadian pumps and, eventually, on grocery store shelves. What's happening with oil prices West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the North American benchmark, has been trading around the $79–$80 per barrel range this week — up roughly 5% over the past month. Brent crude, the global benchmark that matters more for what Canadians pay at the pump, has been hovering near $85 per barrel, also near a one-month high. The spike traces back to renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran. The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and has intensified strikes, while Iran has responded with attacks on U.S. bases and threats to disrupt regional energy shipments further. ...

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Parmesan Crusted Chicke

 


For Breading

  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • eggs
  • ⅔ cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs 
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme, parsley, chives or rosemary

For Chicken

  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds), pounded ¼"-thick (see note)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

  • INSTRUCTIONS


  • 1. Prepare the Breading Stations: Set up three shallow bowls. Fill the first with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh herbs.

    2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

    3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the bread crumb mixture.

    4. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

    5. Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

    This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Enjoy!


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