Parmesan Chicken from Longhorn Steakhouse: A Restaurant-Style Favorite at Home
A homemade take on the famous Parmesan Crusted Chicken from Longhorn Steakhouse! This juicy, flavorful chicken is topped with a crispy, cheesy crust and baked to golden perfection. It’s easy to make with simple ingredients and perfect for a restaurant-style dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
Ingredients
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
In a small bowl, mix parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and ranch dressing until combined.
Place the seared chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Sprinkle shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese over each piece, then evenly spread the parmesan breadcrumb mixture on top.
Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internally.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite sides!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Pounding the chicken to an even thickness helps it cook evenly.
- Freshly grated parmesan melts better than pre-packaged cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg