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Zesty Parmesan Chicken with Crispy Edges

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Juicy chicken breasts coated in a parmesan-panko crust, pan-fried until perfectly crisp, and served over a creamy herb butter sauce. An easy recipe for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for frying
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about 0.5-inch thickness.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko, Parmesan, and garlic powder.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into egg, then coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mix. Press firmly to adhere.
  4. Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside and keep warm.
  5. In the same skillet, lower heat and add 1 tbsp butter, parsley, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Slice chicken and serve over the creamy herb sauce. Garnish with more parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly to avoid undercooked centers or overcooked edges.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches for best crisp.
  • For added zest, stir a splash of lemon juice into the sauce before serving.

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Keywords: Zesty Parmesan Chicken, Crispy Chicken, Pan-Fried Chicken, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Parmesan Crust, Creamy Herb Sauce

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