Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A comforting dish featuring succulent chicken breasts coated in a crunchy Parmesan crust and served with a rich, creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs together.
- Dip each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large oven-safe skillet.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, mixing well.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then return the seared chicken to the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg