Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is a quick and delicious dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into extraordinary culinary experiences. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy parmesan crust, paired with a creamy garlic sauce that adds a burst of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy families or entertaining guests. Serve it alongside your favorite pasta or roasted vegetables for a wholesome dinner that will impress everyone at the table.
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
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Optional: 1 cup spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat, add minced garlic to the pan, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in cream while stirring continuously, then mix in Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese until smooth. If using spinach, stir it into the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for an additional minute before removing from heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 175mg