Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is the ultimate easy dinner idea that promises to satisfy your taste buds and impress your loved ones. This dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a golden, crispy parmesan crust, paired with a luscious, creamy garlic sauce that elevates it to gourmet status. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, it’s versatile enough to serve alongside pasta, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes. With quick preparation and rich flavors, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
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 with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet.
- Lower the heat and sauté minced garlic in the same pan for about 30 seconds. Stir in light cream while mixing continuously until smooth. Add Italian seasoning and grated parmesan cheese.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce generously over it. Let it simmer for about one minute before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg