Description
This Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is a perfect weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a golden Parmesan-panko crust and baked to perfection. The dish is elevated with a luscious garlic cream sauce made from butter, fresh garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, providing a delightful depth of flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley, this American-style main course offers a satisfying combination of crispy texture and creamy richness, ideal for serving alongside mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Coating
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Cooking
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the breading station: Preheat oven to 375°F. In three shallow bowls, place seasoned flour (with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika), beaten eggs, and a mixture of Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread the chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, dip into the eggs, then coat thoroughly in the Parmesan-panko mixture to ensure an even, crispy crust.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Bake to finish: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F ensuring the chicken is cooked through.
- Make the garlic sauce: While baking, in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add liquids to sauce: Stir in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Serve: Remove chicken from the oven and spoon the rich garlic sauce over each piece. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- You can substitute Italian breadcrumbs for panko if preferred.
- Pair this dish with mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables to complete the meal.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
