Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Dreamy Garlic Cream Sauce is a show-stopping dish that elevates any meal. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts coated in a golden, crunchy crust, paired with a rich and creamy garlic sauce that creates an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish promises to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a bowl.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture until well-coated.
- Place the coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While the chicken bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, letting it bubble for a few minutes until thickened.
- Serve the crispy chicken drizzled with the garlic cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider swapping Parmesan for Pecorino Romano or adding fresh herbs like basil. For gluten-free options, replace regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free varieties.