🍗 Crunchy Parmesan Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🍗 For the Parmesan Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
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½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (fresh is best)
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½ cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper
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1 egg, beaten
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2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
🧄 For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
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2 tbsp butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp flour (for thickening)
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1 cup heavy cream (or half & half)
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: ½ tsp Italian seasoning or a pinch of nutmeg
👩🍳 Instructions
✅ Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
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In a shallow bowl, mix Parmesan, panko, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg, then coat with the Parmesan mixture, pressing to adhere.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp). Remove and keep warm.
✅ Step 2: Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.
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Slowly whisk in cream, then stir in Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Add optional seasoning if desired.
✅ Step 3: Serve
Place crispy chicken on plates and spoon creamy garlic sauce over the top. Garnish with parsley, extra cheese, or lemon zest if you like.
📝 Tips & Variations:
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Add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrients.
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Make it spicy: add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
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Serve over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or roasted veggies.
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