Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce
A delightful dish featuring crispy Parmesan-coated chicken paired with a rich garlic cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Combine the Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl for coating the chicken.
- Beat the eggs in another bowl until well mixed.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off, then coat them in the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil for about 1 minute, then add heavy cream and stir until thickened.
- Serve the crispy chicken coated with the garlic cream sauce and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Consider using panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch or coconut cream for a dairy-free version.