parmesan-crusted chicken in cream sauce
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Easy and delicious,using asparagus makes it INCREDIBLE!
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
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yield
4-5 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown or basmati rice
- 1 can [14 ounce] fat-free reduced sodium chicken broth/divided,some to cook rice
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 - ritz crackers,finely crushed/about 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons freshly ground parmesan cheese
- 4 small boneless chicken breasts {1 pound}
- 2 teaspoons olive oil, extra virgin
- 1/3 cup philadelphia chive & onion,{1/3 less fat than cream cheese}
- 3/4 pound fresh asparagus spears,trimmed and steamed
How To Make parmesan-crusted chicken in cream sauce
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Step 1Prepare rice,set aside{I prefer to cook in a chicken broth for best flavor}
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Step 2Meanwhile,mix cracker crumbs and Parmesan on a plate.
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Step 3Rinse 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.
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Step 4Heat 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.
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Step 5Add broth and reduced=fat cream cheese to skillet,bring just to a boil,stirring constantly. Cook about 3 minutes,or until thickened,stirring frequently.
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Step 6Spoon over the chicken;serve with the rice and steamed asparagus.A great meal.
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