Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Crispy Parmesan Chicken served with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light cream or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it’s nice and sizzling.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until it turns golden and crispy.
- Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- Lower the heat and toss in the minced garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the cream, stirring continuously until smoothly combined.
- Add in the Italian seasoning and grated parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese melts.
- If using spinach, stir it in now and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the crispy chicken to the pan, spooning the sauce over it for an additional minute.
- Serve hot with pasta, vegetables, or rice.
Notes
For an extra touch, garnish with parmesan or fresh parsley. You can also add lemon juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Crispy Chicken, Parmesan, Garlic Sauce, Family Dinner, Easy Recipe