Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce, a dish that elevates any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy parmesan crust, smothered in a creamy garlic sauce. It’s quick to make, ready in just 25 minutes, and universally loved by both kids and adults. Pair it with pasta, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying and comforting dining experience that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cream, stirring continuously.
- Mix in Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese until smooth. If using spinach, stir it in and simmer until wilted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for another minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg