Parmesan Crusted Chicken (Printable Recipe Version)
Crispy chicken breasts topped with a rich, buttery parmesan garlic sauce. Ready fast and tastes better than takeout.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chicken Prep
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2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half, or 4 small ones
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A pinch of salt and pepper, more if needed
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2 tbsp of olive oil
→ Garlic Sauce Base
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3-4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 cup heavy cream or a lighter cream
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1 tbsp dried oregano or Italian spice blend
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1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
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1 cup of chopped spinach, if you'd like
# Steps to Make It:
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Dust both sides of the chicken with plenty of salt and pepper. Don't hold back on the seasoning!
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Warm up olive oil in your big skillet on medium to high. Once it's good and hot, lay down those chicken pieces and let them cook about 5-6 minutes per side until they're browned and crispy.
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Take the cooked chicken out of the pan and place it on a plate. Leave it there for later.
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Turn the pan's heat down a touch and toss in your minced garlic. Stir it around for 30 seconds, just until it smells amazing!
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Slowly add your cream, stirring the whole time. Follow it with oregano or Italian herbs and parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth and slightly thicker.
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If you've decided to use spinach, add it now. Let it soften for a couple of minutes as the sauce takes on a nice green touch.
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Slide the chicken back into the pan. Spoon the creamy garlic sauce over it and let it simmer for a minute so the chicken soaks up that flavor punch.
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Serve the chicken with plenty of sauce on top. Pair it with a side of pasta, roasted vegetables, or fluffy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
# Extra Information:
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To make the chicken extra crunchy, coat it in a mix of panko breadcrumbs and parmesan before cooking.
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Love a spicy kick? Add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
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Use freshly grated parmesan—it brings out the best flavor!