Description
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Rich Garlic Sauce is a delightful dish that tantalizes the senses. Each bite features succulent, golden-brown chicken coated in a crunchy parmesan crust, all drizzled with a creamy garlic sauce that elevates the flavor to new heights. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe promises satisfaction and smiles around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (optional) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, mix Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs. In another bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard and minced garlic.
- Coat each chicken breast in the mustard-garlic mixture, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Place coated chicken in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For the garlic sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened. Add more Parmesan cheese as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg