Description
Longhorn parmesan crusted chicken brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to home kitchens with crispy, cheesy perfection. Cheese-lovers and protein enthusiasts can easily recreate this classic dish that delivers maximum satisfaction in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
- ½ cup (60 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup (60 g) shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (60 g) ranch dressing
- ¼ cup (60 g) mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps butter, melted
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Chicken Preparation: Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and generously season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Initial Cooking: Sear chicken in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165F (74C), or bake in preheated 400F (200C) oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Ranch Mixture: Combine ranch dressing with shredded Parmesan cheese in a small bowl, creating a creamy spread.
- Parmesan Crust Creation: Blend grated Parmesan, panko bread crumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until achieving a crumbly, uniform texture.
- Final Assembly: Layer cooked chicken breasts with ranch spread, top with provolone cheese slice, and generously sprinkle the prepared Parmesan crust mixture.
- Broiling Finish: Position chicken under oven broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a golden, crispy crust without burning.
- Serving: Allow chicken to rest briefly, then plate with complementary sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad.
Notes
- Select boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dryness.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help spices adhere better and achieve a crispy exterior with maximum flavor retention.
- Toast the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture briefly before topping to enhance its nutty flavor and create a more robust, crunchy texture.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s internal temperature, ensuring it reaches 165F without overcooking to maintain juiciness and prevent toughness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg