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Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce: The Ultimate Easy Dinner Recipe

This restaurant-worthy dish features golden-brown Parmesan-crusted chicken paired with a luxurious garlic cream sauce that comes together in under 30 minutes. The perfect balance of crunchy texture and rich flavors makes it an ideal family-friendly weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even 1/2-inch thickness
  2. Create three shallow bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with Parmesan cheese mixed with panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning
  3. Dredge each chicken breast first in flour (shaking off excess), then dip in egg mixture, and finally coat evenly in Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help it adhere
  4. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then remove from skillet and set aside
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and cook for another minute while stirring
  6. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth until smooth, bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley, then season with salt and pepper
  7. Return crispy chicken to skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with vegetables

Notes

Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking; press breadcrumb mixture firmly for crunch; sauce can be thickened by simmering longer or thinned with more broth; leftovers store for 3 days