Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside—this Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a dinner favorite that’s both elegant and comforting. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful Parmesan-breadcrumb crust, then topped with a rich garlic cream sauce that’s perfect over pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

This simple skillet recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with easy ingredients you probably already have at home.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
In a shallow bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika.
In another bowl, beat the eggs.
Dip each chicken breast in the eggs, then dredge in the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat well.

2. Cook the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.

3. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes, until slightly thickened.

4. Combine and Serve

Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce generously over each piece.
Let simmer for 1–2 minutes to bring everything together.
Serve warm with your choice of pasta, mashed potatoes, or a side of steamed vegetables.