Description
Crispy, golden Parmesan-crusted chicken breasts topped with a tangy and buttery lemon sauce — a flavorful and elegant meal that’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- For the Parmesan-Crusted Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lb chicken breast (2 large), patted dry
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1/2 lemon, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- For the Egg Mixture:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- For the Parmesan Breading Mixture:
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Gently pound to even thickness.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix grated Parmesan cheese with flour to form the breading mixture.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then dredge in the Parmesan mixture, gently pressing to adhere. Shake off any excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). Reduce heat as needed to avoid burning.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and pepper to the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
- Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet, turning the pieces to coat evenly.
- Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture and flavor.
- Be sure to pound chicken evenly for consistent cooking.
- The lemon butter sauce can be doubled if you prefer extra for drizzling over sides like rice or pasta.
- For a lighter option, serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 18 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
