Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Rich Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, served with a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe guarantees to elevate your meal with its delightful flavors and aromas. In just one bite, you’ll experience the satisfying crunch of the chicken paired with the rich, aromatic sauce—a culinary experience that promises to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese; season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in olive oil, then coat in breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Place coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, add minced garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes, then stir in cream to create the sauce.
- Serve crispy chicken drizzled with garlic sauce and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg