Creamy Parmesan Chicken (Print)
Crispy, golden chicken cutlets covered in a velvety parmesan garlic sauce. Done in 25 minutes and great for a homey dinner that feels fancy.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Prep
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Salt and pepper, as much as you like
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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4 small or medium-sized chicken breasts (or cut 2 large ones in half)
→ Creamy Garlic Mixture
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3 to 4 minced garlic cloves
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1 tablespoon of oregano or Italian herb blend
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 cup heavy or light cream
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1 cup chopped spinach (only if you want to add it)
# Steps:
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Rub both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Go for it, use a generous amount!
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Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in once it’s hot and let it sear for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
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After the chicken has cooked through, take it out and rest it on a plate. Don’t worry, you’ll come back to it soon.
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Drop the minced garlic into the same pan, lower the heat a bit, and stir around for about 30 seconds. Make sure it smells good but doesn’t burn!
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Slowly stir in the cream, followed by the Italian seasoning and parmesan. Mix it all together until it’s smooth and starts to thicken up.
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If using spinach, add it now. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes so it wilts nicely into the sauce.
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Pop the chicken back into the pan and spread the creamy garlic sauce over it. Let it simmer for another minute so the flavors soak in.
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Move the chicken onto plates, making sure to scoop lots of sauce on top. It pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or pasta.
# Notes:
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Want extra crunch? Coat the chicken in a mix of parmesan and panko crumbs before frying.
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For some spice, toss a bit of red pepper flakes into the sauce.
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Grate parmesan fresh for a better taste and smoothness in the sauce.