parmesan-crusted chicken in cream sauce

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Lana Bade
Goshen, NJ

Easy and delicious,using asparagus makes it INCREDIBLE!

(1 rating)
yield 4 -5
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For parmesan-crusted chicken in cream sauce

  • 2 c
    cooked brown or basmati rice
  • 1 can
    [14 ounce] fat-free reduced sodium chicken broth/divided,some to cook rice
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 6
    ritz crackers,finely crushed/about 1/4 cup
  • 2 Tbsp
    freshly ground parmesan cheese
  • 4 sm
    boneless chicken breasts {1 pound}
  • 2 tsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/3 c
    philadelphia chive & onion,{1/3 less fat than cream cheese}
  • 3/4 lb
    fresh asparagus spears,trimmed and steamed

How To Make parmesan-crusted chicken in cream sauce

  • 1
    Prepare rice,set aside{I prefer to cook in a chicken broth for best flavor}
  • 2
    Meanwhile,mix cracker crumbs and Parmesan on a plate.
  • 3
    Rinse chicken with water,shake off excess water.Dip the chicken in the crumb mixture,turning to evenly coat both sides of each breast.discard remaining crumb mixture.
  • 4
    Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet on medium heat.Add chicken.Cook 5-6 minutes on each side or until done.Transfer to plate,cover to keep warm.
  • 5
    Add broth and reduced=fat cream cheese to skillet,bring just to a boil,stirring constantly. Cook about 3 minutes,or until thickened,stirring frequently.
  • 6
    Spoon over the chicken;serve with the rice and steamed asparagus.A great meal.

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