Description
A delicious recipe for Parmesan Crusted Chicken with a creamy garlic sauce that is sure to impress your family and friends. The crispy chicken paired with the rich, flavorful sauce makes for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 2 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 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then press into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F). Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- To make the sauce, melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking, then add heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet or pour sauce over plated chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or vegetables.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- This dish pairs beautifully with roasted broccoli or garlic green beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
