Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Recreate Longhorn Steakhouse’s famous Parmesan Crusted Chicken at home! My perfected recipe delivers juicy chicken under a crispy, cheesy crust that rivals the restaurant original.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to even thickness if needed.
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a bowl, combine ranch dressing, mayonnaise, provolone, and half the Parmesan.
- In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with remaining Parmesan and melted butter.
- Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on one side.
- Flip chicken, turn off heat, and spread cheese mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over cheese layer, pressing gently to adhere.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and chicken reaches 165°F.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.