Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce: Easy Comfort Food
This Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is the ultimate comfort food. Perfectly breaded chicken coated in a rich, garlicky sauce makes for a delicious weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast into the eggs, then coat with the Parmesan-breadcrumb mix.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken until golden.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add heavy cream.
- Simmer the sauce until thickened, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the chicken topped with creamy garlic sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or basil to the breadcrumb mixture.
- This dish pairs well with a side of pasta or steamed vegetables.