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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce features crispy, golden-brown chicken breasts coated in a Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, topped with a velvety, garlic-infused creamy sauce. It’s indulgent yet simple enough for a weeknight meal, and versatile enough to pair with various sides.

Ingredients

  • 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large, halved)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese and ½ cup panko breadcrumbs. Press the mixture onto both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring it sticks evenly.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant. Pour in the cream, then stir in the Italian seasoning or oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook until it’s melted and smooth. If using, add the chopped spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes until wilted.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the top, and simmer for 1-2 minutes to heat through. Serve hot, optionally garnished with more Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and ensure the Parmesan is gluten-free.
  • For a dairy-free version, swap the cream with coconut milk and use dairy-free Parmesan alternatives.
  • You can add extra vegetables like mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or bell peppers to the sauce for more flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze the chicken and sauce separately for up to 2 months.

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