Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Parmesan crusted chicken with creamy garlic sauce is an easy and flavorful dinner that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs; and one with Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs mixed together.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the eggs, and coat in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
- Serve chicken with creamy garlic sauce spooned on top. Garnish with chopped parsley.