Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce, a dish that beautifully marries texture and flavor. This recipe transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a culinary masterpiece with a golden, crispy exterior and a creamy garlic sauce that elevates it to gourmet status. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this versatile meal can be paired with pasta, roasted vegetables, or your favorite grains to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality dish right at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in the cream, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese until smooth. If desired, add spinach and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over each piece, and let simmer for about one minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg