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Golden Crispy Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce served with roasted vegetables.

Golden Crispy Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Description

Golden Crispy Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce is a luxurious dish featuring perfectly crispy chicken paired with a rich, velvety mushroom sauce. This recipe delivers restaurant-quality results at home, combining crunchy texture with tender, juicy chicken and an umami-packed Parmesan Mushroom Sauce. Ideal for family dinners or impressing guests!

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika
  2. Set up breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko-Parmesan mixture
  3. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture
  4. Heat oil in skillet and fry chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden and 165°F internal temperature
  5. Remove chicken and drain on paper towels
  6. In same skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until golden
  7. Add garlic and cook until fragrant
  8. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bring to simmer
  9. Stir in Parmesan and thyme, let sauce thicken 3-4 minutes
  10. Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste
  11. Plate crispy chicken and top generously with mushroom sauce
  12. Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh thyme if desired

Notes

  • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for uniform cooking
  • Let breaded chicken rest 10 minutes before frying for better adhesion
  • Maintain oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) for perfect crispiness
  • For extra crispy chicken, double bread by repeating egg and breadcrumb steps
  • Substitute chicken thighs or use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed
  • Add white wine, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes to sauce for variations
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 580 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

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