Description
This Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Sauce is a delicious, easy dinner idea featuring tender chicken with a cheesy crust and a creamy, flavorful garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something indulgent yet simple, this one-pan meal comes together in just 35 minutes and feels like a restaurant-quality dish at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt and black pepper
- All-purpose flour
- Eggs (beaten)
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Olive oil or butter (for frying)
For the Garlic Sauce:
- Minced garlic cloves
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat in a Parmesan–panko breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook: In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil or butter. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make garlic sauce: In the same skillet, add butter if needed and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and simmer until thickened. Season to taste.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and simmer for 1–2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Add lemon juice to the sauce for a bright, zesty touch.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes for heat.
- Finish chicken under the broiler for extra crispiness.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier bite.
- Mix Italian seasoning into the breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
