Description
Longhorn Steakhouse parmesan chicken combines crispy breaded chicken with rich parmesan coating. Diners savor restaurant-quality flavors that bring comfort and satisfaction to home-cooked meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless skinless
Cheese:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Breading and Seasoning:
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare three separate shallow dishes: combine breadcrumbs, half the Parmesan cheese, and seasonings in one; whisk eggs and milk in another; place flour in the third dish.
- Coat each chicken piece thoroughly in flour, ensuring complete coverage, then dip into egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Carefully transfer chicken to breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to create an even, crispy coating that adheres completely.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then gently place breaded chicken pieces into hot oil.
- Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating once to achieve a uniform golden-brown exterior and crisp texture.
- Transfer seared chicken to a prepared baking dish, arranging pieces without overcrowding.
- Preheat oven to 375°F while mixing remaining Parmesan cheese with mozzarella and minced garlic.
- Sprinkle cheese mixture evenly over chicken, covering each piece with a generous layer of savory topping.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cheese melts into a bubbly, golden crust.
Notes
- Cheese Selection Use freshly grated Parmesan for maximum flavor and avoid pre-shredded cheese which can reduce melting quality.
- Moisture Control Pat chicken breasts completely dry before coating to ensure crispy, even breading that adheres perfectly.
- Temperature Tip Let chicken rest 5 minutes after baking to redistribute juices and maintain maximum tenderness.
- Dietary Adaptation Swap wheat flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version without compromising crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg