Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ingredients:
For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
  For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
  Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

• Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
• Mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
• In another bowl, beat the eggs.
• Dip each chicken breast into the eggs, then coat with the Parmesan mixture.

1. Cook the Chicken:

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

1. Make the Sauce:

• In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
• Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring until thickened.

1. Combine and Serve:

• Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it.
• Serve warm with pasta, mashed potatoes, or vegetables.
  Enjoy your creamy, flavorful Parmesan Crusted Chicken!