Description
A quick and easy Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfectly crispy and full of flavor, this dish is great for family dinners, date nights, or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 small-medium chicken breasts (or 2 large, halved)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
. Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- Lower heat and add minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in cream, stirring continuously.
- Add Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in chopped spinach (if using) and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
3. Combine & Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over the top.
- Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Serve hot with pasta, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes.
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.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg