PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH CREAMY GARLIC SAUCE

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce – Irresistibly Golden & Rich 🍗🧄

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a dream dinner—crispy, golden chicken cutlets with a melt-in-your-mouth garlic cream sauce. It’s fast, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. You only need 30 minutes, one skillet, and a love of rich flavor.

Why This Recipe Rocks

• ✔️ Crispy chicken without deep frying
• ✔️ Luxuriously creamy sauce in under 5 minutes
• ✔️ Simple pantry ingredients
• ✔️ Pairs well with pasta, potatoes, or greens
• ✔️ Family-friendly & great for leftovers

Ingredients

🐔 For the Chicken

• 4 chicken cutlets
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

🧄 For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup grated parmesan
• Cracked black pepper & fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

👨‍🍳 Bread the Chicken

1. In a shallow bowl, beat the egg. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs and grated parmesan.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dip each cutlet into the egg, then dredge in breadcrumb-parmesan mixture.

🔥 Sear to Golden

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Sear chicken cutlets 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

🧄 Make the Garlic Sauce

1. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
2. Deglaze with chicken broth and pour in heavy cream. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 4–5 minutes.
3. Stir in parmesan. Add pepper to taste.

🍽 Assemble & Serve

1. Return chicken to pan or plate and spoon sauce generously over each cutlet.
2. Garnish with cracked black pepper and parsley. Serve with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving – Serves 4)

What the Chefs Say

• Gordon Ramsay: “A crispy parmesan crust paired with garlic cream—what’s not to love?”
• Ina Garten: “This is comfort food elegance—simple ingredients, executed beautifully.”
• Bobby Flay: “Add crushed chili for a little kick—it’s an instant upgrade.”

Health & Cooking Tips

• Swap Greek yogurt for half the cream for a lighter version.
• Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make it celiac-friendly.
• Try chicken thighs for a juicier, more flavorful cut.
• Pair with roasted garlic vegetables for a full meal.

FAQs About Parmesan Crusted Chicken

1. Can I bake this instead of pan-frying?
   Yes! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
2. What’s the best pasta to pair with this?
   Angel hair or linguine works great—tossed in a little olive oil or leftover sauce.
3. Can I use pre-shredded parmesan?
   Grated fresh parmesan melts better and gives a smoother sauce, but pre-shredded works in a pinch.
4. How do I store leftovers?
   Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven—avoid microwaving to keep it crispy.
5. Is this keto-friendly?
   Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs and it becomes a keto winner!
6. Can I freeze it?
   Yes—freeze after searing (before saucing). Reheat and add sauce fresh for best texture.
7. How do I thin the sauce?
   Add a splash of broth or milk if it thickens too much while simmering.
8. Can I make this dairy-free?
   Swap parmesan with dairy-free cheese and use coconut cream in place of heavy cream.
9. What veggies go best with it?
   Asparagus, green beans, or a side of zucchini ribbons.
10. Can I make this in an air fryer?
    Yes! Air fry chicken at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

Final Thoughts

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is everything comfort food should be: crispy, creamy, and bursting with flavor. It’s easy enough for a Tuesday night, but special enough to serve to guests. One bite, and it’s bound to become a family favorite. 🍗🧄

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