Description
Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken brings Italian-American restaurant magic straight to home kitchens with crispy, cheesy perfection. Succulent chicken breasts coated in a golden parmesan crust promise a restaurant-quality meal that satisfies cravings and impresses dinner companions.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
Cheese and Breadcrumbs:
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- ¼ cup Provolone cheese (sliced)
- ¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it or lining with aluminum foil for effortless cleanup.
- Season chicken breasts generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until a rich golden-brown crust develops.
- Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish and roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Meanwhile, create the crispy topping by combining grated Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, melted unsalted butter, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl, stirring until the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, layer thin slices of Provolone cheese over each breast, covering them completely.
- Generously sprinkle the Parmesan-Panko mixture over the Provolone cheese, ensuring an even, thick coating.
- Switch the oven to broil and place the chicken back inside for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a golden-brown, crispy crust without burning.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant touch before serving immediately.
Notes
- Transforms ordinary chicken into a restaurant-quality masterpiece with crispy Parmesan crust and melted cheese.
- Requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum flavor through strategic browning and precise oven technique.
- Panko breadcrumbs create an irresistibly crunchy exterior that locks in chicken’s natural juiciness.
- Melted butter in the coating ensures golden-brown perfection and adds rich, indulgent taste.
- Easy one-pan method simplifies cooking process while guaranteeing consistent, mouthwatering results every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 474 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 657mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 116mg