Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the delectable flavors of Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce, a dish that perfectly marries crispy chicken with a rich, velvety sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, guaranteed to impress your family and guests alike. With a golden-brown crust and a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce, it’s not just a meal; it’s a culinary experience. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or serving it over pasta or rice for a complete dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small–medium chicken breasts (or 2 large, halved)
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for sauce)
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Combine grated Parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs in a mixing bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In another pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add cream and stir well.
- Mix in Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese; simmer until thickened.
- Serve cooked chicken on plates and pour creamy garlic sauce over each piece.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 165mg