Description
Longhorn Steakhouse parmesan crusted chicken delivers a crispy, cheesy masterpiece that elevates home cooking with restaurant-quality flair. Succulent chicken breasts coated in a golden parmesan crust promise a delightful meal you’ll savor with each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional, for flavor)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Cheese and Coating Ingredients:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for pan-searing)
Instructions
- Calibrate the oven temperature precisely to 400F (200C), ensuring an even heating environment for optimal cooking.
- Meticulously season chicken breasts with a harmonious blend of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, massaging the spices into every crevice of the meat.
- Ignite a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, drizzling olive oil to create a sizzling surface. Gently lower the seasoned chicken breasts, allowing them to caramelize for 4-5 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust develops and the internal temperature reaches 165F/74C.
- Transition the skillet off direct heat while maintaining the chicken’s position, preparing for the decadent topping.
- Craft a luxurious coating by whisking together mayonnaise, melted butter, ranch dressing, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and a hint of paprika until the mixture achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Lavish each chicken breast with the Parmesan mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage. Crown the creation with a generous sprinkle of shredded provolone cheese.
- Position the skillet under the broiler, watching intently as the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden-brown masterpiece within 1-3 minutes.
- Extract the skillet, allowing the chicken to rest momentarily, then present this culinary delight alongside complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear and crispy exterior.
- Low-fat alternatives work brilliantly by substituting mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and using reduced-fat cheese options.
- Create a gluten-free version by confirming all seasonings and dressings are certified gluten-free, especially the ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg