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Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Juicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken for a Cozy Dinner Night

A delightful Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe with a crispy crust and creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to personal dietary needs
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper Opt for freshly cracked pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can elevate the flavor
For the Breading
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Feel free to increase for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Fresh onion can be used as an alternative
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Try Pecorino Romano for a sharper bite
  • ½ cup Olive oil Can substitute with canola oil or butter
  • 1 cup Bread crumbs Panko breadcrumbs work for extra crunchiness
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Increase for a stronger garlic presence
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Olive oil can be used for a lighter version
  • ½ cup Dry white wine Substitute with chicken broth if preferred
  • ½ cup Milk Almond milk works for a dairy-free option
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used as a vegan substitute
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional) Feel free to omit if not available

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • shallow dishes
  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes for uniform cooking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. In a separate dish, combine milk and beaten eggs until smooth.
  4. Place the bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
  5. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, and roll in the breadcrumbs.
  6. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
  7. If using, add dry white wine to the garlic butter mixture and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted, adding milk if sauce is too thick.
  9. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and fry the breaded chicken until golden brown on both sides.
  10. Transfer the chicken to a serving dish and pour the garlic Parmesan sauce over it.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimum flavor, consider increasing the garlic and adding herbs like thyme to the sauce. Allow chicken to rest before serving for best texture.

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