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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce – Easy Family Dinner

If you’re looking for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal, this Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a must-try. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, then topped with a rich and velvety garlic cream sauce.

It’s simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for guests — the perfect balance of crispy, creamy, and savory.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Crispy golden Parmesan crust
  • Rich, creamy garlic sauce
  • Family-friendly comfort food
  • Ready in about 40 minutes
  • Perfect with pasta, rice, or veggies

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crisp)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Coating

In a shallow bowl, mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 2: Coat the Chicken

Pat chicken dry. Press each piece firmly into the Parmesan mixture, coating both sides.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 4: Make the Garlic Sauce

In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add Parmesan and stir until smooth.

Step 5: Serve

Return chicken to skillet or spoon sauce over plated chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

🥗 What to Serve With Parmesan Chicken

  • Garlic mashed potatoes
  • Buttered pasta
  • Steamed broccoli
  • Roasted asparagus
  • Side salad

⭐ Tips for Perfect Results

  • Pound chicken to even thickness for even cooking
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan
  • Let sauce simmer gently to thicken

❄️ Storage

Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth.

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