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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Bliss

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce offers a delicious blend of crispy texture and velvety sauce for an impressive dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Juicy and protein-rich; boneless, skinless thighs can enhance flavor.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness during cooking; substitute with butter for extra flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Provides a crisp, cheesy crust; always opt for freshly grated.
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Creates an extra crunchy texture; regular breadcrumbs work in a pinch.
For the Sauce
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic brings vibrant flavor to the dish.
  • 1 cup Cream Light or heavy; half-and-half is a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Or Oregano; fresh herbs can elevate it even more.
  • 1/2 cup Additional Parmesan Cheese Grated; adds extra creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1 cup Spinach Chopped, optional; boosts nutrition and adds color.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by seasoning the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs and mix well.
  3. Press each seasoned chicken breast into the coating mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Reduce heat and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in cream and add Italian seasoning to the skillet, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Stir in additional grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined, then cover and let simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  8. Plate the chicken, spoon the creamy garlic sauce over each piece, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for best flavor. Avoid burning garlic for the best creamy garlic sauce.

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