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Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce

Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce Bliss

This Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce is an irresistible comfort food that elevates any dinner into a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning or individual herbs like oregano
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil for frying
For the Garlic Cream Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet
  • Separate saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your oven-safe skillet.
  2. Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, and let rest.
  3. Prepare dredging stations with flour, egg wash, and breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Coat the chicken first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally press into breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer skillet to oven and bake chicken for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  7. While chicken bakes, melt butter in a separate saucepan and sauté minced garlic.
  8. Whisk in flour to create a roux, then add broth and cream, whisking until thickened.
  9. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Plate chicken, ladle sauce over, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken to achieve a crispy crust.

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