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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a quick and indulgent dinner recipe featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, pan-cooked to golden perfection, and topped with a luscious, silky garlic cream sauce. Ideal for family meals or impressing guests, this dish combines simple pantry ingredients with rich flavors and a wonderful textural contrast between the crunchy crust and smooth sauce.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup bread crumbs (panko for extra crunch or regular)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter (additional, if needed)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper to help the coating stick and keep the meat juicy.
  2. Make the Parmesan Crust: In a shallow dish, mix together freshly grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Dredge each seasoned chicken breast in this mixture, pressing gently to form an even, compact crust that will crisp up during cooking.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the crusted chicken breasts into the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly and scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over them. Let everything warm together for about a minute. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Pat chicken dry before coating to achieve a crispier crust.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor and crispiness.
  • Cook chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan, which prevents crisping.
  • Maintain medium heat to brown the crust evenly without burning.
  • Let the sauce simmer gently to thicken without curdling, keeping it smooth.
  • Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices.

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Keywords: Parmesan crusted chicken, creamy garlic sauce, quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, crispy chicken, garlic cream sauce

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