Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Spinach and Artichoke Sauce
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Spinach and Artichoke Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy parmesan crust, served with a creamy spinach and artichoke sauce. The dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Tips:
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before coating them in the parmesan crust.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan.
- Be sure to cook the chicken until it is golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Use fresh spinach and artichokes for the best flavor.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
3. In another shallow dish, place the flour.
4. In a third shallow dish, beat the eggs.
5. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
6. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour, shaking off any excess.
7. Dip the chicken breasts in the beaten eggs, then coat them in the parmesan and breadcrumb mixture.
8. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
9. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
10. Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.
11. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
12. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
13. Add the spinach and artichoke hearts and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.
14. Add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
15. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
16. Serve the chicken breasts with the spinach and artichoke sauce.
Appearance and Taste:
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Spinach and Artichoke Sauce is a mouth-watering dish that looks as good as it tastes. The chicken breasts are coated in a crispy parmesan crust that is golden brown and delicious. The creamy spinach and artichoke sauce is the perfect complement to the chicken, adding a rich and savory flavor to the dish. This dish is a perfect combination of textures and flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied and happy.
Type of Dish: Main Course
3 Main Ingredients:
- Chicken breasts
- Parmesan cheese
- Spinach and artichoke hearts