Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Crispy Parmesan-crusted chicken breasts served with a luscious creamy garlic herb sauce. A perfect main course for weeknights or special dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt & pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of Parmesan and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then coat in the Parmesan-panko mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While chicken bakes, make the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and cook until thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Spoon creamy garlic sauce over baked chicken, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce or serve with mashed potatoes or pasta for a complete meal.