Description
Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken brings restaurant-style magic straight to your kitchen table with crispy, cheesy goodness that makes dinner feel special. Grab some chicken, coat it in a delightful Parmesan crust, and savor each delicious bite of this simple yet impressive meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Coating Ingredients:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Pound 4 chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Create three shallow dishes: one with ½ cup flour, another with 2 eggs and ¼ cup milk whisked together, and the third with 1 cup breadcrumbs mixed with ½ cup Parmesan, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
- Carefully coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip completely in egg mixture, and finally cover thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture. Press crumbs gently to help them adhere to your chicken.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Gently place breaded chicken into hot pan, cooking 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Mix ½ cup Parmesan, 1 cup mozzarella, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl. Sprinkle this cheese blend evenly over each cooked chicken breast.
- Place skillet under broiler for 2-3 minutes at 500°F. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Remove when cheese is completely melted and slightly bubbling.
- Transfer chicken to serving plates immediately. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving to allow cheese to set and juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet for consistent cooking and tender results.
- Create a crispy coating by thoroughly dredging each chicken piece in flour, egg wash, and seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help crumbs adhere.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring chicken is perfectly cooked without drying out.
- For a gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with cornstarch or almond flour, and use gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain the same delicious crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-13 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg