Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a deliciously crispy and tender chicken breast coated with a savory mix of Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs, all pan-fried to golden perfection and served with a rich, garlicky cream sauce infused with Italian herbs. A perfect restaurant-quality meal made easily on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 small–medium chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken evenly and to ensure a nice crust forms.
- Season Chicken: Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor.
- Prepare Parmesan Coating: In a bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each seasoned chicken breast evenly with this mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crust sticks well.
- Cook Chicken: Add the olive oil to the hot skillet, then place the coated chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes per side or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. This step forms the crispy Parmesan crust while sealing in the juices.
- Make Creamy Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the cream and add the Italian seasoning. Stir the sauce well to combine and allow it to simmer gently, thickening slightly.
- Simmer Chicken with Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes. This allows the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce and finish cooking if needed.
- Serve: Plate the chicken breasts topped with the creamy garlic sauce. Serve immediately for a rich and comforting main course.
Notes
- Use light or heavy cream depending on your preference for richness.
- Panko breadcrumbs provide a lighter, crispier crust compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- For best results, do not overcrowd the skillet when frying; cook chicken in batches if necessary.
- Ensure the garlic is sautéed gently to avoid bitterness in the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
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