Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
Tender chicken breasts breaded in a crunchy Parmesan and panko crust, pan-fried to golden perfection, and topped with a velvety, aromatic garlic cream sauce with a hint of lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated recommended)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness and season both sides with salt and pepper. Set up breading station with three shallow dishes: flour, beaten eggs, and Parmesan mixed with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast lightly in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat evenly with Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture. Press coating gently to adhere.
- Heat olive oil and butter in large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to warm plate.
- In same skillet, add butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant and golden, about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and let reduce slightly.
- Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer gently until sauce thickens and becomes creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return chicken to skillet and spoon rich garlic sauce over top. Simmer together for 1 minute to meld flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with favorite sides.
Notes
- Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking and tender results.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and crispness.
- Cook chicken in batches to prevent steaming and maintain crispiness.
- Simmer sauce gently to avoid bitterness from garlic.
- For extra crispy chicken, double-dip in egg and breadcrumb mixture.
- Baking option: Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg