Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce: A Deliciously Indulgent Favorite
A rich and indulgent dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan crust and smothered in a creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown each chicken breast on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer the sauce until slightly thickened, then pour over the baked chicken before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs such as thyme or parsley to the breadcrumbs.
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Creamy Garlic Sauce, Chicken Recipes