Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Crispy Parmesan Chicken served with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. This dish features breaded and pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a flavorful Parmesan and panko crust, paired with a dreamy garlic cream sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Breading
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Cream Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Additional grated Parmesan cheese (about ¼ cup, optional for sauce)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispy crust.
- Set Up Breading Station: Prepare three shallow dishes: one with seasoned all-purpose flour (season flour with salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it evenly with the Parmesan-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter. Add the breaded chicken breasts and sear them for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Garlic Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan for flavor.
- Add Parmesan to Sauce: Stir in additional grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the crispy Parmesan chicken breasts. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can finish the chicken in the preheated oven at 400°F for 5-7 minutes after searing.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture in the breadcrumb coating and sauce.
- Make sure the chicken is patted dry before breading to help the coating stick better and fry more crisply.
- Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
