Description
Delight your taste buds with this flavorful Parmesan Crusted Chicken served with a luscious Creamy Garlic Sauce. A perfect combination of crispy chicken paired with a velvety, herb-infused sauce.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 small-medium chicken breasts (or 2 large, halved)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Crispy Coating:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Make the Coating: Mix Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs in a dish. Coat chicken with the mixture.
- Sear the Chicken: Sear coated chicken in olive oil until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic, add cream, Italian seasoning, spinach (if using), and Parmesan. Let sauce thicken.
- Finish Cooking: Cover skillet and cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve: Plate chicken and pour creamy garlic sauce over the top.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, coat chicken in a mix of parmesan and panko breadcrumbs.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Use fresh parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
