Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce – Easy Dinner Idea
Enjoy this Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce – Easy Dinner Idea that’s flavorful and simple to prepare. Try it tonight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
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
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the cream while stirring continuously. Add Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- If using spinach, stir it into the sauce and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over each piece; let simmer for one more minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg