Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a quick, easy, and flavorful dinner recipe featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, served with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort, this dish balances crunchy textures with smooth, savory flavors and can be customized to suit various dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Crust
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 cup bread crumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs for gluten-free option)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper to enhance flavor and help the crust adhere better.
- Make the Parmesan Crust Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs evenly. Make sure the cheese is finely grated for a uniform crust.
- Coat and Sear the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the Parmesan and bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it sticks well. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring constantly. Allow the sauce to simmer and thicken slightly for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over it. Let everything simmer together for an additional minute to blend flavors. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Pat chicken dry to ensure the crust sticks and crisps well.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better flavor and texture.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary.
- Keep sauce on medium-low heat to prevent curdling.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer for safety and juiciness (165°F).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
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