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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

  • Author: Time of Recipes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a comforting, crispy, golden delight smothered in rich, garlicky goodness. Perfectly seasoned and oven-finished, it’s a hearty main dish that brings the flavor and feels of a restaurant-style meal to your own kitchen.

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 Crispy Coating:

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ 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

  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

  • 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season & Sear: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear each side for 4–5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

  2. Coat the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine grated Parmesan and panko. Press the mixture onto both sides of the seared chicken.

  3. Bake: Place crusted chicken on a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes until fully cooked and crispy.

  4. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in cream and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer 2–3 minutes. Add Parmesan and spinach; cook until sauce thickens.

  5. Serve: Pour the sauce over the crispy chicken and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes.

  • Heavy cream gives a richer flavor, but light cream works well too.

  • Fresh spinach adds color and nutrients, but it’s optional.

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked & Pan-Sautéed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce, crispy chicken breast, creamy garlic sauce, chicken with Parmesan crust, easy chicken dinner

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