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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

A delicious and healthier twist on classic fried chicken featuring a crunchy Parmesan crust and a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces thin chicken cutlets
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for coating
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
  • 2 tbsp butter for sauce
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan for sauce
  • to taste Salt & pepper
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley or thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper for extra flavor.
  2. Set up a dredging station: dip the cutlets in flour, then in the beaten eggs, and coat them with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook the chicken cutlets for about 3–4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and crispy. Transfer the cooked cutlets to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  4. Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and remaining quarter cup of Parmesan. Allow the sauce to simmer until it thickens, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over them. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Serving
  1. Serve the Parmesan Crusted Chicken with mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. For storage, it can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.