Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is the ultimate weeknight comfort food that blends crunchy chicken with a velvety garlic sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also bursts with flavor, making it perfect for busy families or special occasions. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by the creamy richness of the sauce, making it an irresistible choice for dinner. Serve it alongside pasta, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal that everyone will love.
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. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat and add minced garlic to the pan, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in cream while stirring continuously to combine. Add Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. If using, stir in chopped spinach and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over the top. Let it simmer for an additional minute to meld flavors before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 125mg