Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce
A delightful dish featuring crispy chicken breasts topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce, perfect for impressing dinner guests in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 small to medium chicken breasts (or 2 large halved)
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup light or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown, then remove and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the sauce: Stir in the cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. If using spinach, add it now and let it simmer until wilted.
- Combine and simmer: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over it. Simmer for an additional minute before serving.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan while browning the chicken and use fresh garlic for the best flavor.