Crispy Chicken Breast with Velvety Cream

Here’s a delightful recipe for Crispy Chicken Breast with Velvety Cream that’s sure to impress!

Crispy Chicken Breast with Velvety Cream Recipe

Ingredients

• For the Chicken:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko works great for extra crunch)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for frying)
• For the Cream Sauce:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Breading Process:
   • Set up a breading station with three bowls:
     • One with flour.
     • One with a whisked egg and milk.
     • One with a mix of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a paper towel.
4. Make the Cream Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
   • Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Add the Parmesan cheese and thyme, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 3-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve:
   • Slice the crispy chicken breast and arrange it on plates. Drizzle with the creamy sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.

Enjoy!

This Crispy Chicken Breast with Velvety Cream is rich and satisfying, perfect for a comforting dinner. Enjoy every delicious bite!