Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Crispy Parmesan Chicken, perfectly baked to a golden crisp and topped with a luscious garlic sauce. This dish combines crunch with creamy richness, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to become a favorite that keeps everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In one bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan. In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Place breaded chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- While chicken bakes, melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in heavy cream and let thicken slightly. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Once chicken is baked, pour garlic sauce over each piece and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg