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Crispy Parmesan Chicken

Crispy Parmesan Chicken Recipe: Ultimate 30-Minute Dinner Success


  • Author: Emili
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce – Easy Dinner Idea. Juicy, golden chicken with a creamy garlic sauce ready in under 40 minutes.


Ingredients

Scale

2 large chicken breasts (or thighs)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup breadcrumbs

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt & pepper to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup heavy cream

Fresh parsley for garnish


Instructions

1. Pound chicken to even thickness.

2. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with Parmesan-breadcrumb mix.

4. Heat olive oil in skillet and cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and 165°F inside.

5. Remove chicken and let rest.

6. In same pan, melt butter, sauté garlic, then stir in cream until thickened.

7. Pour sauce over chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

You can substitute chicken tenders for a kid-friendly option.

For keto, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour.

Reheat leftovers in oven at 350°F to maintain crispiness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

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