Description
Parmesan chicken from Longhorn Steakhouse delights diners with crispy breaded chicken smothered in rich parmesan sauce. Skilled home cooks can recreate this restaurant favorite with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Generously coat chicken with a blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, ensuring even seasoning.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until achieving a rich golden-brown exterior.
- Carefully transfer seared chicken to a baking dish and spread a uniform layer of ranch dressing across each piece.
- Combine Parmesan cheese, provolone cheese, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and finely chopped parsley in a mixing bowl, creating a textured cheese topping.
- Generously distribute the prepared cheese mixture over the ranch-covered chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches full internal cooking temperature and the topping turns a crispy golden brown.
- Remove from oven, let rest briefly, and serve piping hot for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results.
- Ensure chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee safe cooking.
- Use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs for a celiac-friendly version of the dish.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help spices adhere and create better crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 421 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg