Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A delightful dish that combines crunchy Parmesan-crusted chicken with a rich creamy garlic sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 4 pieces thin chicken cutlets Pound to ensure even thickness.
Breading
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese For breading the chicken.
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
Sauce Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Avoid browning to prevent bitterness.
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream Use full-fat for best texture.
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan for sauce
Seasoning
- to taste salt & pepper
Garnish
- to taste fresh parsley or thyme Can substitute with freshly grated lemon zest.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Breading the Chicken
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan.
- Dip each cutlet in the flour, then the eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
Searing the Chicken
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the breaded chicken cutlets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Bake the Chicken
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
Making the Creamy Sauce
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
Add Cream and Parmesan
- Pour in heavy cream and add additional grated Parmesan, stirring until it thickens slightly.
Final Touches
- Return chicken cutlets to the skillet, coating them with the creamy garlic sauce, and let it simmer for a minute.
Notes
Consider adding red pepper flakes for heat, mushrooms, or spinach for extra flavors. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.