Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that transforms ordinary chicken into an extraordinary meal. With its golden, crunchy coating paired with a luscious garlic cream sauce, this recipe is perfect for impressing family and friends or simply enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up tender chicken bursting with flavor, making it a go-to choice for busy nights. Accompany it with your favorite sides like pasta or roasted vegetables, and indulge in the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and crispy; remove from skillet.
- Lower heat, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds in the same skillet. Stir in cream until combined.
- Add Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese; mix until smooth. Stir in spinach if desired.
- Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over top, simmer for an additional minute, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 145mg