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Crispy Italian Chicken Christopher with Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

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Crispy Italian Chicken Christopher is a flavorful and tender chicken dish featuring boneless, skinless chicken breasts breaded with Italian-seasoned crumbs and Parmesan, pan-fried until golden, then baked to perfection. It’s served with a tangy garlic butter sauce made with garlic, butter, chicken broth, and lemon juice, garnished with fresh parsley for an aromatic finish.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Cooking Fat

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for finishing the chicken after searing.
  2. Pound Chicken. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch, ensuring even cooking.
  3. Prepare Flour Mixture. In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and garlic powder to season the coating.
  4. Beat Eggs. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth to act as a binding layer for the breadcrumbs.
  5. Mix Breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Combine Italian-style breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese in a third bowl for a flavorful crispy crust.
  6. Coat Chicken – Step 1 (Flour). Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  7. Coat Chicken – Step 2 (Egg). Dip each floured chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off for proper adhesion.
  8. Coat Chicken – Step 3 (Breadcrumbs). Press the chicken into the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, ensuring an even and thorough coating on both sides.
  9. Sear Chicken. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  10. Bake Chicken. Transfer the skillet with the seared chicken breasts to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
  11. Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce – Melt Butter. While chicken bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  12. Sauté Garlic. Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  13. Add Liquids. Stir in chicken broth and freshly squeezed lemon juice into the garlic butter, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  14. Simmer Sauce. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes so it thickens slightly and flavors meld.
  15. Serve Chicken. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the baked chicken to a serving platter.
  16. Plate and Garnish. Pour the prepared garlic butter sauce over the crispy chicken breasts and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for color and flavor.
  17. Enjoy. Serve the dish hot and enjoy a crispy, flavorful Italian chicken dinner.

Notes

  • Ensure chicken breasts are pounded evenly to avoid uneven cooking.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet for a seamless transition from stovetop searing to oven baking.
  • For extra crispiness, you can double-dip the chicken in eggs and breadcrumbs before searing.
  • Adjust lemon juice quantity in the sauce according to your taste preference for tanginess.
  • Fresh parsley adds a bright touch but can be omitted or substituted with basil if preferred.
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes after baking for juicier results.

Keywords: crispy chicken, Italian chicken recipe, garlic butter sauce, baked chicken breasts, Parmesan breadcrumb chicken

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