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Crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with creamy garlic Parmesan sauce and chopped parsley on a white plate.

Effortless Chicken Garlic Parmesan

Nora
Golden-crusted chicken smothered in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. A comforting and quick dinner using pantry staples!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Italian-American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 510 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts halved horizontally
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp olive oil for frying

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Pat dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Dredge each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan. Press firmly to ensure the coating sticks.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • In the same pan, melt butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and whisk for 1 minute. Slowly add cream, stirring constantly. Simmer until slightly thickened, then stir in Parmesan and Dijon mustard if using. Season to taste.
  • Return the chicken to the pan, spoon sauce generously over the top. Let simmer for 2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and avoid overcrowding the pan to keep the coating crisp.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 43gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 2.4mg
Keyword creamy chicken recipe, garlic parmesan chicken
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