Oh, that’s a showstopper meal!  Golden Crispy Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce combines juicy pan-fried chicken with a creamy, garlicky mushroom-Parmesan sauce — rich, comforting, and perfect with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Here’s the full recipe in detail:

 Golden Crispy Chicken with Parmesan Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Crispy Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• Olive oil or vegetable oil, for frying

For the Parmesan Mushroom Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (cremini, button, or mixed)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano + basil mix works too)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

1. Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound gently until even thickness.
2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Prepare 3 bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, one with panko + Parmesan + garlic powder + paprika.
4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.

2. Cook the Chicken

• Heat ¼ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Fry chicken until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side (internal temp should reach 165°F / 74°C).
• Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate and keep warm.

3. Make the Mushroom Sauce

1. In the same pan, wipe excess oil but leave some browned bits.
2. Add butter and olive oil, then sauté onion for 2–3 minutes.
3. Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until golden brown.
4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Stir in cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
6. Simmer until thickened and creamy, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Serve

• Place crispy chicken on plates, spoon over the Parmesan mushroom sauce.
• Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
• Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Tips & Variations

• Extra crispy: Double-coat chicken by dipping again in egg and breadcrumbs.
• Healthier version: Bake chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes instead of frying.
• Add greens: Stir in fresh spinach or kale into the mushroom sauce.
• Wine lovers: Replace half the broth with dry white wine for a restaurant-style flavor.

✨ This dish gives you the best of both worlds — crispy, juicy chicken with a luxuriously creamy mushroom-Parmesan sauce. Comfort food at its finest!