Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in a delightful dinner with Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce, a dish that marries crispy chicken cutlets with a rich, velvety garlic sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this easy family dinner recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal or an impressive dish for guests. The combination of golden crusted chicken and luscious sauce offers a satisfying flavor profile that will please both kids and adults alike. Serve it alongside your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thin chicken cutlets
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip into beaten eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each cutlet for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and additional Parmesan cheese; simmer until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece to combine flavors.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 145mg