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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Delight

Savor the crispy delight of Parmesan Crusted Chicken with a rich, creamy garlic sauce in this easy-to-make recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Can be swapped for chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Butter can be used for a richer taste
For the Crunchy Coating
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for best results
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free panko available
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced, roasted garlic is an alternative
  • 1 cup Light or Heavy Cream Non-dairy coconut cream can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or Oregano
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup Chopped Spinach Kale or Swiss chard can also work well

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Shallow dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine ½ cup Parmesan cheese and ½ cup panko breadcrumbs. Mix well.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in the Parmesan-panko mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Lower heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the cream, stir in Italian seasoning, and add spinach if desired.
  7. Mix in ½ cup Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.
  8. Cover and cook the chicken on low for 8-10 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  9. Adjust seasoning of the sauce, plate the chicken, and pour creamy sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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