Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce – Golden, Cheesy, and Irresistibly Savory
Crispy Parmesan-coated chicken cutlets topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner that’s both elegant and comforting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced or pounded thin)
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Salt and pepper
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 eggs, beaten
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½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
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½ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
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¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Olive oil for frying
Garlic Sauce:
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2 tbsp butter
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5–6 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup chicken broth
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¾ cup heavy cream
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: extra Parmesan and fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Slice or pound chicken to ½-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
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Set up three bowls for breading: flour, eggs, and breadcrumb-Parmesan mix.
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Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs/Parmesan.
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Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
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In same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
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Add chicken broth, scraping pan. Simmer 2 minutes. Stir in cream and simmer until thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
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Return chicken to pan or pour sauce over plated cutlets. Garnish with parsley.