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Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce

Golden, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this Crispy Parmesan Chicken is paired with a silky garlic sauce that transforms an easy dinner into something extraordinary.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course chicken, Easy Dinner ideas
Cuisine American, Italian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet For pan-frying chicken
  • 1 Saucepan For making garlic sauce
  • 1 Mixing bowls To prep and coat chicken
  • 1 Tongs or spatula To flip the chicken

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil for frying
  • For the Garlic Sauce:
  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, optional

Instructions
 

For the Chicken:

  • Flatten the chicken breasts to even thickness if needed.
  • In one bowl, whisk the eggs. In another, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Lightly coat each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg, and then coat in the Parmesan breadcrumb mix.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.
  • Remove from pan and set aside to rest.

For the Garlic Sauce:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Stir in flour and whisk for 1 minute to create a roux.
  • Gradually pour in chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps.
  • Add heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon the warm garlic sauce over the crispy chicken and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

This recipe is excellent served over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with a side of steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
Keyword Easy Dinner Recipe, garlic sauce, parmesan crusted chicken