Description
Succulent Longhorn Steakhouse parmesan crusted chicken emerges as a delightful culinary journey through rich, crispy layers of flavor. Crisp parmesan coating and tender chicken create a perfect harmony that will satisfy your dinner cravings with restaurant-quality goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 skinless/boneless chicken breasts
Cheeses:
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, chopped
- 1/2 cup Provolone cheese, chopped
Breading and Seasoning:
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquids and Marinades:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 6 tablespoons buttermilk ranch dressing
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Gently flatten chicken breasts to uniform thickness, ensuring even cooking and tender texture. Season generously with salt and pepper for foundational flavor.
- Whisk marinade ingredients together, fully submerge chicken pieces, and refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes or up to overnight for deeper taste infusion.
- Heat skillet over medium-high temperature, creating a hot surface for searing. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown exterior develops and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Microwave cheese mixture until smoothly melted, stirring periodically to achieve consistent texture. In separate bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and garlic powder for crispy coating.
- Spread melted cheese mixture evenly over cooked chicken breasts, ensuring complete coverage. Sprinkle seasoned panko breadcrumbs on top for additional crunch.
- Position oven rack 4-5 inches from broiler. Broil chicken for 3-4 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning, until breadcrumbs turn golden brown and cheese bubbles slightly.
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest 3-5 minutes before serving, allowing juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum tenderness.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken gently with a meat mallet to ensure even thickness and prevent tearing during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe, perfectly cooked chicken without drying out.
- Customize crust by substituting panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts for alternative dietary needs like keto or gluten-sensitive diets.
- Enhance flavor by experimenting with different cheese blends like parmesan and mozzarella or adding herbs like thyme and rosemary to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg