Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is a delectable dish that combines juicy chicken coated in a crunchy Parmesan crust with a creamy, flavorful garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe promises to impress your family and guests alike. With just 25 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can serve up a restaurant-quality meal at home. Pair it with pasta, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a complete dining experience that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Remove chicken from skillet; reduce heat and sauté minced garlic in the same pan until fragrant.
- Stir in light cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add spinach if desired.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, simmer for 1 minute, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg