Description
Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken features crispy, breaded chicken breasts topped with a delicious blend of Parmesan, mozzarella, and garlic, baked to perfection. This classic American dish combines tender chicken coated with seasoned breadcrumbs and cheese for a flavorful, family-friendly meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Breading
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the chicken to perfection.
- Prepare breadcrumb mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the bread crumbs, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful coating.
- Prepare egg wash: In a separate dish, beat the eggs with the milk until well combined. This will help the breading adhere to the chicken.
- Prepare flour: Place the all-purpose flour in a third shallow dish, which will be the first coating for the chicken.
- Dredge chicken: Coat each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture to form an even crust.
- Pan-fry chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the coated chicken breasts for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Prepare cheese topping: In a bowl, mix the remaining Parmesan cheese with shredded mozzarella and minced garlic to create a savory topping.
- Bake chicken: Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the seared chicken breasts in the baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For best results, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness before breading to ensure even cooking.
- If you prefer a crispier crust, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes after baking to brown the cheese topping.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer flavor and better melting texture.
- Pair this dish with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
