Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Garlic Sauce
A flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, topped with a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Pound to an even thickness
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Use day-old bread for fresher taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For coating
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 pieces eggs Beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Garlic Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk Or half-and-half for extra creaminess
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper For sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dip each breast into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in flour, then slowly whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
- Add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
- Serve the chicken hot, topped with the garlic sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or bake until heated through. For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture or finely chopped jalapeños into the garlic sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g