Description
Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your home kitchen with minimal effort. Crispy parmesan coating and tender chicken create a delicious meal your family will devour in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
Breading and Seasoning:
- ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Sauce and Garnish:
- ¼ cup Ranch dressing or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a precise 400°F to ensure perfect cooking conditions for your chicken.
- Flatten 4 chicken breasts to a uniform ½-inch thickness using a meat mallet, creating an even surface for consistent cooking.
- Massage 2 tablespoons of olive oil across the entire chicken surface, then season each piece with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust develops, creating delicious caramelized edges.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a clean baking sheet, preparing it for the next stage of cooking.
- Combine 1 cup Parmesan cheese, ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons melted butter, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley in a mixing bowl.
- Spread ¼ cup ranch dressing evenly across each chicken breast, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle ½ cup mozzarella cheese over the ranch layer, creating a creamy base.
- Gently press the prepared Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture onto the cheese, creating a thick, textured coating.
- Bake in the 400°F oven for 10-15 minutes until the topping turns golden and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley and serve immediately for maximum flavor and crispiness.
Notes
- Chicken thickness matters, so pound evenly to ensure consistent cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Ranch or mayonnaise creates a delicious adhesive layer for the crispy Parmesan topping, helping it stick perfectly.
- Mozzarella adds creamy richness, but pat it dry to prevent excess moisture from making the topping soggy.
- For a gluten-free version, swap panko breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds to maintain the crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 44-49 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg