Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Tender chicken breasts pan-seared until golden, tossed with garlicky crispy edges and a shower of Parmesan. Weeknight dinner that tastes like a restaurant in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- 2 breasts (~6 oz each) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch each salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Sear chicken 6-7 minutes per side without moving until golden brown and cooked through at center.
- 4
Add minced garlic to the pan and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss the chicken to coat.
- 5
Remove from heat and scatter Parmesan evenly over the chicken, letting it melt slightly.
- 6
Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and the chicken stays crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- paper towels
- kitchen knife
- cutting board
- instant-read thermometer (optional but helpful)
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