Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Rich Garlic Sauce
Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Rich Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish featuring tender chicken coated in a crunchy parmesan crust, all drizzled with a flavorful garlic sauce. Perfect for any meal!
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), another with beaten eggs mixed with water, and the last with panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan.
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour, then into the egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated chicken on a greased baking sheet and drizzle olive oil over each piece.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For the garlic sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Serve the crispy chicken drizzled generously with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Use freshly grated Parmesan for superior flavor. Substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra aroma. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in a skillet to maintain crispiness.