Description
Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Garlic Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, served with a rich and flavorful garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
- In another dish, beat the eggs.
- Place the flour in a third dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken with the garlic sauce drizzled over the top and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg