Description
Parmesan crusted chicken with creamy garlic sauce brings together golden-crusted chicken and silky smooth sauce in a classic Italian-inspired dish. Crisp cheese coating and rich garlic cream blend perfectly, creating an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, large (cut in half lengthwise to make 4 thin fillets)
- ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 g) butter
- 3 tbsps (45 g) butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Coating Preparation: Establish three strategic stations – flour for initial dusting, whisked egg for binding, and a seasoned mixture combining Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Chicken Transformation: Gently coat each chicken piece in flour, shaking off excess, then thoroughly dip into egg wash, ensuring complete coverage before pressing firmly into the seasoned Parmesan breadcrumb mixture to create a crisp, flavorful exterior.
- Searing Technique: Heat a large skillet with a blend of olive oil and butter over medium heat, carefully positioning the crusted chicken to achieve a golden-brown, crispy crust by cooking 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C.
- Resting and Sauce Creation: Transfer perfectly cooked chicken to a plate, tenting to retain warmth, then utilize the same skillet’s concentrated pan drippings to craft a luxurious creamy garlic sauce that complements the crispy chicken.
- Final Presentation: Drizzle the velvety garlic sauce over the Parmesan-crusted chicken, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that elevate the dish from simple to spectacular.
Notes
- Breading Technique: Press breadcrumb mixture firmly onto chicken to ensure a thick, even coating that adheres perfectly during cooking.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium heat to achieve golden-brown crust without burning, allowing chicken to cook evenly through its interior.
- Moisture Preservation: Rest cooked chicken under a loose cover to retain juiciness and prevent drying out, letting internal temperatures stabilize.
- Adaptable Dietary Options: Substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals, and use almond flour instead of wheat flour for low-carb variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg