Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce – The Weeknight Dinner That Feels Like Fine Dining
OMG, this Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a total game-changer! It’s one of those recipes that’s deceptively simple but makes you feel like a gourmet chef. The crispy, cheesy crust and velvety garlic sauce are a match made in heaven. Whether you’re cooking to impress or just treating yourself, this one’s a keeper.
This dreamy chicken dinner comes together easily and always gets rave reviews.
Equipment Needed:
- 🔪 Cutting board & knife
- 🥄 Shallow dish
- 🧈 Small saucepan
- 🧑🍳 Baking sheet
- 🧻 Parchment paper (for easy cleanup)
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dredge the Chicken: In a shallow dish, mix the flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Coat each chicken breast fully in the mixture.
- Bake: Place coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).
- Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Serve: Plate the chicken and generously drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce. Serve with veggies, rice, or pasta.
Extra Tips & Variations:
- Add fresh herbs (like parsley or thyme) to the sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
- Try it with boneless thighs if you prefer dark meat.
- Leftover sauce? Spoon it over mashed potatoes or steamed broccoli.
Final Thoughts: Comfort food has never felt so elevated. This dish is simple enough for weeknights but fancy enough to serve to guests. Total win-win!
Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix flour, Parmesan, and seasonings. Dredge chicken.
- Bake chicken 15–20 mins until golden and cooked through.
- Make sauce: melt butter, add garlic, then cream and seasonings. Simmer.
- Serve chicken with sauce spooned over top.
Notes
Great with pasta, veggies, or mashed potatoes.