Description
This Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Dreamy Garlic Sauce features golden-brown, Parmesan-crusted chicken breasts cooked to perfection on the stovetop. Topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce made from butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is both comforting and elegant. Perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, it combines crispy texture with luscious flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Dreamy Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Breading Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, place the flour. Beat the eggs in another bowl.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each pounded chicken breast first in the flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the Parmesan-panko mixture to ensure an even crust.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and unsalted butter together in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Add Liquids to Sauce: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Then, add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the garlic sauce over them, and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving. Pair with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice to enjoy the creamy sauce fully.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice to soak up the sauce.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a mild spicy kick.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
