Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that promises to impress at any dinner gathering. This delightful dish features juicy chicken breasts coated in a savory parmesan crust, paired with a luscious garlic cream sauce that elevates every bite. Whether you’re serving it for a special occasion or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe is both delicious and easy to prepare. The irresistible combination of textures and flavors makes it a family favorite, perfect alongside pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat and add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the cream, followed by Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. If desired, add chopped spinach and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Simmer for an additional minute before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 155mg