Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Sauce
A comforting dinner featuring golden, savory chicken with a buttery garlic pan sauce, easy enough for weeknights yet special enough for guests.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts Boneless, skinless preferred
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
- 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Dried
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Make sure the oven reaches temperature while you prepare the chicken and skillet.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Coat both sides evenly so every bite is well seasoned.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt and combine with the olive oil, creating a flavorful base for the chicken.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir the garlic gently and watch it closely so it becomes aromatic without burning.
- Coat the chicken breasts with Parmesan cheese and place them in the skillet. Press the Parmesan onto the chicken so it adheres to the surface.
- Sear the chicken on each side until golden brown. Let the chicken cook undisturbed long enough for the Parmesan coating to become crisp and deeply golden.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before serving.
- Serve hot, drizzled with the garlic sauce from the pan. Spoon the buttery garlic sauce over the chicken just before serving for maximum flavor.
Notes
Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently to preserve the Parmesan coating. For freezing, use a freezer-safe container; thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.