Description
Tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful Parmesan crust and served with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a comforting and indulgent dinner that’s easy to make!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the mixture, turning to coat evenly.
- Bake the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in heavy cream, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Serve:
- Arrange the baked chicken breasts on plates and drizzle generously with the Creamy Garlic Sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can pan-fry the chicken before baking.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic sauce for a spicier kick.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg