Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is the perfect dish for any busy weeknight! With its juicy, tender chicken coated in a crunchy parmesan crust and bathed in a creamy garlic sauce, this easy dinner idea is as delicious as it is quick to prepare. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for family meals or entertaining guests. Serve it over pasta, alongside roasted vegetables, or with creamy mashed potatoes for a hearty, satisfying meal that caters to all taste buds. This dish combines rich flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts
- 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
- 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 to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat on the skillet and add minced garlic.
- Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in light or heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- Add Italian seasoning and grated parmesan cheese; mix until smooth.
- If using spinach, stir it in now and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, spooning the creamy garlic sauce over each piece.
- Simmer everything together for about 1 minute before removing from heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg