Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a gourmet delight. The chicken is coated with a crispy blend of Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs, then baked until golden brown. Topped with a rich and velvety garlic-infused cream sauce, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. It’s incredibly versatile too—pair it with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, pasta, or rice for a complete meal. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow bowl, combine grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Place coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with the creamy garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg