Description
Turn a simple dinner into a restaurant-quality experience with this Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Delight. Juicy chicken cutlets are coated in a crispy Parmesan crust and topped with a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce that’s bursting with flavor.
This comforting yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or special occasions. Every bite delivers the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess — guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
For the Chicken
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1 pound thin chicken cutlets (or sliced chicken breasts)
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
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3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Breading Station:
Set up three bowls:-
Bowl 1: Flour
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Bowl 2: Beaten eggs
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Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan
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Coat the Chicken:
Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip into eggs, then coat thoroughly in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 75°C).
Transfer to a plate and keep warm. -
Make the Garlic Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. -
Serve:
Spoon creamy garlic sauce over the crispy chicken.
Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme and serve immediately.
Notes
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For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
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For a low-carb version, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds.
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Pound chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
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Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
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