Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is the perfect dish for those seeking a delightful blend of crispy texture and creamy flavor. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a golden Parmesan crust, topped with a luscious garlic cream sauce that elevates any meal. Whether you’re preparing for a busy weeknight dinner or hosting friends and family, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with pasta, roasted vegetables, or fluffy mashed potatoes. In just 25 minutes, you can create an impressive entrée that promises to satisfy everyone’s cravings.
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 cream (light or heavy)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
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 brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet. Lower heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in cream, Italian seasoning (or oregano), and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Optional: Add chopped spinach and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over it, and let 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 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg