Description
Succulent longhorn steakhouse parmesan chicken brings Italian-American comfort to dinner tables across North America. Crispy breaded chicken topped with melted parmesan creates a rich, satisfying meal you will crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Parmesan Crust Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Cooking Fat:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Prepare a flavorful seasoning blend by combining garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small mixing container.
- Thoroughly coat chicken breasts with the prepared seasoning mixture, ensuring even coverage on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium temperature, creating a golden sear on chicken breasts for approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- Create a rich Parmesan coating by whisking together grated Parmesan, shredded provolone, ranch dressing, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and lemon juice until smooth and well-integrated.
- Prepare a crispy topping by mixing panko breadcrumbs with melted butter, creating a golden, crunchy texture.
- Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish, generously spreading the Parmesan mixture across each breast’s surface.
- Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumb mixture over the Parmesan-coated chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake in a preheated 400F (200C) oven for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C) and the topping turns golden and crisp.
- Finish by garnishing with fresh chopped parsley or additional Parmesan cheese, serving immediately while hot and aromatic.
Notes
- Perfectly season chicken by patting it dry before applying spice rub to ensure maximum flavor absorption and crispy exterior.
- Customize the dish for gluten-free diets by substituting panko breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for the same crunchy texture.
- Control cheese mixture thickness by adjusting mayonnaise and ranch dressing ratios to prevent soggy topping and maintain a crisp golden crust.
- Prevent overcooking chicken by using a meat thermometer and removing from oven exactly when internal temperature reaches 165F to maintain juicy, tender meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 486 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg