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Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce

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Crispy Parmesan-coated chicken breasts paired with a silky garlic cream sauce create a delicious and elegant meal perfect for weeknights or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free Panko if desired)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for sauce roux)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Set up three shallow dishes: flour seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper; whisked eggs with 2 tablespoons water; a mixture of Panko, 1 cup Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Dredge each breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into the egg wash, then press into the breadcrumb mixture so the coating adheres.
  5. Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
  7. While the chicken bakes, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook about 1 minute until fragrant.
  8. Whisk in 2 tablespoons flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in 1 cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  9. Remove the sauce from the heat. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Remove the chicken from the oven. Spoon the garlic cream sauce over each breast and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter sauce, swap heavy cream for half-and-half plus a tablespoon of cream cheese. Use low-sodium chicken broth for less salt.

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