Description
This Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce is a deliciously golden and crunchy chicken cutlet coated in Italian-style breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Pan-fried to perfection, it is topped with a luscious homemade garlic cream sauce infused with Italian seasoning and fresh garlic. Perfect for a comforting dinner served alongside mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Breading
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise (to make 4 cutlets)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken cutlets evenly on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to enhance flavor.
- Set up a breading station: Arrange three bowls — one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of Italian-style breadcrumbs combined with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bread the Chicken: Dip each chicken cutlet into the flour first, shaking off excess, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the breaded chicken cutlets in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until they develop a golden brown, crispy crust.
- Rest the Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken cutlets to a plate and set aside while you make the sauce.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth followed by the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine all ingredients smoothly.
- Season the Sauce: Stir in Italian seasoning, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Serve: Pour the rich garlic sauce generously over the crispy chicken cutlets and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Accompaniment suggestion: Enjoy the dish served with mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can double-dip the chicken in the egg and breadcrumb mixture.
- Adjust seasoning in the garlic sauce according to taste preferences.
- Use fresh grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor in both the breading and sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer to reduce.
- This recipe works well with chicken thighs as an alternative to breasts.
