Parmesan Crusted Chicken Garlic (Print-Friendly Version)

Crispy parmesan chicken topped with velvety garlic cream sauce, perfect for easy, flavorful meals.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1/4 cup whole milk
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1 teaspoon onion powder

→ For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

12 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
13 - 1 cup heavy cream
14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
02 - In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup grated Parmesan with Italian-style breadcrumbs.
03 - Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then dredge in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere coating on both sides.
04 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the coated chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
05 - Using the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to deglaze the pan. Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer.
06 - Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cook the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened and smooth. Return chicken breasts to the pan, spoon the sauce over, and heat for another minute. Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with chopped parsley.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Allow the chicken to rest a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
02 - For even coating, firmly press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture.