Super Deluxe Chicken Breasts

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Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with a rich, creamy cheddar and parmesan cheese sauce
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Super Deluxe Chicken Breasts

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 580

Description

These Super Deluxe Chicken Breasts are a comforting American classic that transforms simple chicken into a restaurant-quality meal. The breasts are pounded thin, coated in a savory blend of flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, and Parmesan, then pan-seared until golden brown before finishing in the oven. The real star is the velvety cheese sauce, made with melted butter, flour, milk, and a generous amount of sharp cheddar and Parmesan, seasoned with a hint of Worcestershire sauce. This dish offers a perfect balance of crispy texture and rich, creamy flavor.

Directions

  1. Place chicken breasts between sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap and flatten slightly with your hand or a meat mallet to an even thickness.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and water until smooth.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the egg yolk mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge in the flour-crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken breasts on both sides until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a shallow baking dish. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  7. While the chicken bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  8. Gradually whisk in the milk and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer.
  9. Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan cheese, and the grated cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  10. Transfer the baked chicken breasts to hot serving plates.
  11. Pour the warm cheese sauce over the chicken breasts and garnish with green pepper rings or strips.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 580kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g50%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Cholesterol 210mg70%
Sodium 450mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 4g
Protein 48g96%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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