Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a rich and creamy garlic sauce, combining a golden panko and Parmesan crust with a flavorful buttery garlic cream sauce. This easy stovetop recipe delivers a tender, juicy chicken breast with a deliciously crispy crust, perfect for a satisfying family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for pan-frying)
For the garlic cream sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the breading station: Set up three shallow bowls—one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to coat the chicken evenly.
- Bread the chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a thorough coating for crispiness.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Make the garlic cream sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Combine and simmer: Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 3 to 5 minutes while stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Spoon the rich garlic sauce over the crispy Parmesan chicken breasts and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- For extra crispiness, finish the chicken in a preheated 400°F oven for 5 minutes before serving.
- The garlic cream sauce quantity can be doubled for a richer, more indulgent dish.
