Abstract: A method and package assembly for retailing and microwave heating of a breaded food product is provided. The package assembly includes a container with an interior surface composed of a microwave interactive material. The container bottom has inlet air openings and the container top has outlet air openings therein. The container also has a support member for supporting the food product in order to minimize the degree of contact between the food product and the container and the support member. The container is adapted to rest on an exterior packaging sleeve whereby a generally verticle air flow pathway is provided through the container to promote convection heating and crisping of the breaded surface portion of the food product during microwave heating.