Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

This crispy Parmesan chicken with creamy garlic sauce brings restaurant-quality flavor to your weeknight dinner table in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan crust, pan-seared to perfection, and smothered in a rich garlic sauce – it’s the ultimate comfort food that your whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Pound chicken breasts to even thickness (about 1/2 inch thick). Season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Set up breading station with three shallow bowls: flour in first, beaten eggs in second, Parmesan mixed with breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning in third.

Step 3: Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.

Step 4: Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 5: In same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer until sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over top, and simmer 2 minutes to heat through.

Expert Tips

For extra crispy crust, use Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan. Don’t overcrowd the skillet – cook chicken in batches if needed. For a complete meal, serve with mashed potatoes or pasta like our garlic butter chicken pasta.

The creamy garlic sauce pairs beautifully with many Italian-inspired dishes. If you enjoy creamy sauces, you’ll love our creamy sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce recipe.

Short FAQ

Can I use chicken thighs instead? Yes, boneless chicken thighs work great and add extra flavor.

How do I store leftovers? Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in oven or skillet.

Can I make this gluten-free? Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour alternatives.

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Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

This crispy Parmesan chicken with creamy garlic sauce brings restaurant-quality flavor to your weeknight dinner table in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan crust, pan-seared to perfection, and smothered in a rich garlic sauce make this the ultimate comfort food that your whole family will love.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 520

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method

 

Instructions

1. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness (about 1/2 inch thick). Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Set up breading station with three shallow bowls: flour in first, beaten eggs in second, Parmesan mixed with breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning in third.
3. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
4. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
5. In same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
6. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over top, and simmer 2 minutes to heat through.

Notes

For extra crispy crust, use Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan. Don’t overcrowd the skillet – cook chicken in batches if needed. Serve with mashed potatoes or pasta for a complete meal.