🍗 Crispy Chicken with Creamy Dijon Sauce 🍗

📢 A delectable weeknight delight that brings the family together over creamy, crispy goodness!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crispiness)
- 1 egg, beaten  
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. In another dish, beat the egg.
2. Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove and set aside.
4. Using the same skillet, melt butter. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Mix in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Slice the chicken, pour the creamy Dijon sauce over the slices, and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve and enjoy!

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: Approx. 450 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 36g
- Fat: 26g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For extra crispy chicken, ensure your oil is hot before adding the chicken to the skillet.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking; this helps retain more juices when sliced.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳

- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Serving: 4