Pan-Fried Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Sauce

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Juicy chicken breast pan-fried and topped with melted Parmesan and a rich garlic butter sauce, inspired by popular Australian pub fare. This Australian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, all-purpose flour, egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Australian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 2 pounded chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set up a dredging station with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 beaten egg, and a mix of 3/4 cup breadcrumbs and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  2. Step 2: Coat each chicken breast first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally press into the breadcrumb-Parmesan mix until well coated.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm. Add remaining 1 tbsp butter and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and slightly golden.
  5. Step 5: Pour the garlic butter sauce over the chicken breasts and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Fried Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Fried Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Fried Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Fried Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pan-Fried Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Butter Sauce?

Australian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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