Description
A delicious and easy Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, served with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin for uniform cooking.
- Make the Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, Italian-style breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then thoroughly coat with the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere well.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the flour and cook for an additional minute to form a roux.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, followed by the heavy cream. Simmer the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it begins to thicken.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy garlic sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- This recipe also works well with chicken thighs as an alternative to breasts.
- To keep the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
