Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce – Easy Dinner Idea
If you’re on the lookout for a comforting and impressive meal, this Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is your answer! This dish features succulent chicken breasts coated in a crispy parmesan crust, topped with a creamy garlic sauce that envelops every bite in warmth and flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it pairs beautifully with pasta, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes. With simple preparation steps and delightful flavors, you’ll find this recipe quickly becomes a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 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 grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove chicken from the skillet; set aside to rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the cream and mix until smooth.
- Add Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese; stir until combined.
- If using spinach, add it now and simmer for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and let simmer for one minute.
- Serve hot over your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg