Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
This Crispy Parmesan Chicken features a rich garlic sauce that enhances the flavor of the chicken.
Equipment
- Frying pan
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
Chicken and Breading
- 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts, pounded to ½ inch thickness
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated recommended
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free version
- ½ cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Garlic Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko and Parmesan cheese.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until cooked through.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Simmer until thickened.
- Serve chicken drizzled with garlic sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
You can use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a gluten-free version of this dish.