Description
Enjoy a deliciously crispy Parmesan crusted chicken paired with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. This skillet-cooked dinner features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy parmesan-panko mixture, served with a luscious sauce made from garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook uniformly and remain tender.
- Make the Egg Wash: In a bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well blended; this will help the coating adhere to the chicken.
- Mix the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine grated parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture, then coat evenly with the parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Add Liquids: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine with the garlic-infused butter.
- Simmer the Sauce: Let the sauce simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until it slightly thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until it melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Combine and Heat: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top, and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the chicken for a fresh color and flavor boost before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture in both the coating and sauce.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked until golden brown and crisp to achieve a delicious crust.
- Do not overcook the garlic in the sauce to avoid bitterness; cook just until fragrant.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispiness of the coating and the creaminess of the sauce at their best.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: parmesan crusted chicken, creamy garlic chicken, chicken with garlic sauce, crispy chicken dinner, chicken skillet recipe
