Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances flavor and texture. With its golden-brown, crunchy Parmesan crust and rich, velvety garlic sauce, this recipe is sure to impress at any dinner table. Ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare yet sophisticated enough to wow your guests. The savory chicken pairs beautifully with fresh salads, pasta, or roasted vegetables, making it a versatile choice for any palate. Dive into this delightful dish that combines simplicity with gourmet flair!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1 inch.
- Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Set up your breading station: beat the eggs in one bowl and mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese in another.
- Dip each chicken breast in the beaten eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange on a greased baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the creamy garlic sauce by melting butter or heating olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer while stirring for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 160mg