Golden Crispy Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce – Juicy, crispy chicken breasts served with a creamy parmesan mushroom sauce for a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for dinner!
About Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for sauce)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with a mix of panko and Parmesan.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per side. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
- In the same pan, add butter and sauté mushrooms and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in cream, Parmesan, and thyme. Cook until sauce thickens.
Step 3: Combine and Serve
- Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or pasta.
- Calories: ~450
- Protein: 38g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fat: 25g
- WW Points: 9 points
Notes
- Lighter option: Use half-and-half instead of cream and air fry the chicken.
- Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently for best texture.
- Flavor boost: Add a splash of white wine to the sauce.