Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for crunch)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter, for frying
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of chili flakes
For Serving
- Fresh parsley
- Mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables
Instructions
1. Prep the Chicken
- In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken cutlet fully in the mixture.
2. Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until crispy, golden, and fully cooked.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking to combine.
- Stir in Parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens into a silky, creamy consistency.
4. Combine
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- Spoon sauce over the chicken and simmer for 1 minute to infuse flavor.
5. Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.