Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce – Easy Dinner Idea
Enjoy this easy dinner idea featuring Crispy Parmesan Chicken with a Rich Garlic Sauce. A delightful meal that’s sure to impress! Try it today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 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.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Lower heat, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in cream while stirring; add Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Stir in spinach if using; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and simmer together for one minute.
- Serve hot with your preferred sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 180g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg