Irresistible Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise to make 4 thin fillets)
• ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• 1 egg (beaten)
• ½ cup (60 grams) Panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs for a finer texture)
• ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
• 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil (for frying)
• 1 tablespoon (15 grams) butter (for frying, adds extra crispiness)
• 3 tablespoons (45 grams) butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
• ½ cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of thyme, oregano, and basil)