Description
Savory Parmesan Chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort to dinner tables with crispy golden breading and rich cheese flavor. Home cooks can quickly create this classic dish that delivers restaurant-quality taste with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 g) butter
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Gather essential tools: a shallow dish, baking sheet, parchment paper, and saucepan to streamline the cooking process.
- Create a savory coating by thoroughly mixing flour, grated Parmesan, aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoning in a shallow dish.
- Carefully dredge each chicken breast, ensuring complete and even coverage with the flavorful dry mixture, gently pressing to help coating adhere.
- Prepare the baking sheet with parchment paper, promoting easy cleanup and preventing chicken from sticking.
- Position coated chicken breasts on the prepared sheet, maintaining space between pieces for consistent heating.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven, allowing chicken to transform into a golden, crispy masterpiece in 15-20 minutes.
- While chicken bakes, craft a luxurious sauce by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Introduce heavy cream, minced garlic, and delicate seasonings to the melted butter, whisking continuously to create a silky, smooth sauce.
- Verify chicken’s doneness by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and exterior appears beautifully bronzed.
- Transfer chicken to serving plates, then lavishly drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over each piece, ensuring maximum flavor distribution.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are uniform thickness by gently pounding them to create even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Replace flour with almond or coconut flour for a gluten-free version that maintains crispy texture.
- Use skinless chicken breasts to reduce overall fat content while keeping the dish protein-rich and delicious.
- Consider adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley as a final garnish to enhance flavor and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 749
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 877 mg
- Fat: 56 g
- Saturated Fat: 35 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg