Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy parmesan crust, bathed in a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, this recipe offers rich flavors and impressive presentation in under 30 minutes. Each bite delivers comfort and satisfaction, making it an instant favorite for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in one bowl; combine minced garlic with olive oil in another.
- Dip each chicken breast in the garlic oil, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer for about five minutes until thickened.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in egg before coating it with breadcrumbs. You can substitute pecorino cheese for an exciting twist or add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.