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Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Rich Garlic Cream Sauce Recipe

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This Crispy Parmesan Chicken recipe features thinly sliced chicken breasts coated in a crunchy parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, pan-fried to golden perfection, and served with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. The sauce is infused with garlic, chicken broth, cream, and Italian seasoning, creating a flavorful complement to the crisp chicken. Garnished with fresh parsley and a touch of lemon juice, this dish is a delicious and elegant meal ready in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin or pounded evenly
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Pat the chicken dry, then season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to infuse flavor throughout.
  2. Prepare the dredging stations: Place flour in one shallow bowl, beat the eggs in a second bowl, and combine panko breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese in a third bowl for the coating.
  3. Coat the chicken: Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the panko and Parmesan mixture until fully and evenly coated to ensure a crispy crust.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Remove and transfer to a plate to rest.
  5. Make the garlic sauce: Lower heat to medium-low and melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds while stirring until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Deglaze and add sauce ingredients: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the skillet bottom. Stir in heavy cream, remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning to build richness and flavor.
  7. Simmer the sauce: Let the sauce cook for 3 to 5 minutes while stirring often, until slightly thickened. Then add lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve: Return chicken to the skillet to coat with sauce or plate the chicken and spoon the garlic sauce over or around each piece. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook evenly, quickly, and remain juicy.
  • Allow the crust to set in the skillet before flipping to prevent the Parmesan coating from falling off and to ensure crispiness.
  • Store the garlic sauce separately from the chicken when refrigerating leftovers to maintain the crusty texture.

Keywords: Crispy Parmesan Chicken, Garlic Sauce, Chicken Breast Recipe, Pan-Fried Chicken, Parmesan Crusted Chicken

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