Description
Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken brings bold flavors straight from your kitchen to the dinner table. Crispy, cheesy goodness awaits when your skillet delivers this restaurant-inspired classic that makes weeknight meals feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheeses and Coating:
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Provolone cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Create a tangy marinade by whisking ½ cup ranch dressing, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice in a mixing bowl.
- Season 4 chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon paprika.
- Submerge seasoned chicken in marinade and refrigerate for 30-120 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet at medium heat (350°F) for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off completely.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer cooked chicken to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Mix ½ cup Parmesan cheese, ½ cup Provolone cheese, ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Set oven broiler to high temperature (500°F).
- Spread cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast, covering surface completely.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese turns golden brown and creates a crispy crust.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain moisture.
- Plate and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for maximum flavor by letting it sit in the refrigerator for a full 2 hours if time allows.
- Pat the chicken dry before cooking to ensure a crispy exterior and beautiful golden-brown color.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature and avoid overcooking the chicken.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like adding some sharp cheddar to the Parmesan crust for extra depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg