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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Delight

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a delightful comfort food perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Cut into small or medium pieces
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Can substitute with regular breadcrumbs
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 cup Light or Heavy Cream Adjust based on desired richness
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or Oregano
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 cups Spinach Nutritious greens can be omitted if preferred

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • shallow dish
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Combine Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Press each chicken breast into the mixture to coat.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Reduce heat and add minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the cream and add Italian seasoning, mixing well and cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. If using, add spinach and stir until wilted. Optionally, add more grated Parmesan for thickness.
  8. Cover and cook for another 8-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  9. Adjust seasoning and serve the chicken with sauce drizzled over top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using freshly grated Parmesan is key to achieving a rich flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan for the best crust.

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