Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Elevate your dinner with this delightful Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce. This easy-to-make dish features perfectly crispy chicken breasts coated in a savory blend of Parmesan and panko, topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce that enhances every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep, ensuring that you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal without the fuss. Pair it with your favorite sides for a satisfying and versatile dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan and panko breadcrumbs. Dip each chicken breast in olive oil, then coat with the cheese mixture.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the coated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add cream and Italian seasoning, stirring until heated.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer for a couple of minutes to blend flavors.
- If using spinach, stir it into the sauce just before serving until wilted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg