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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a delightful dish that elevates your weeknight dinners with its crispy chicken breasts and rich, velvety sauce. Coated in a golden Parmesan crust and topped with a luscious garlic cream sauce, this recipe offers restaurant-quality flavors at home. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal, this easy-to-make dish will have everyone asking for seconds.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 500g)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (100g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (240ml)
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. In one bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. In another bowl, coat the chicken with olive oil, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place the coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. While the chicken bakes, sauté minced garlic in a saucepan over medium heat until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well. Incorporate dried basil and thyme; simmer until thickened.
  6. Serve the baked chicken topped with creamy garlic sauce.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 37g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 43g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or fresh herbs like parsley into the sauce. Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.