Description
LongHorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a crave-worthy, restaurant-style dish featuring juicy grilled chicken breasts topped with a creamy ranch spread, melted provolone cheese, and a golden, crispy parmesan-garlic crust. This easy copycat recipe brings bold flavor and irresistible texture right to your kitchen—perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Parmesan Ranch Topping
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheese Topping
- 4 slices provolone cheese
Parmesan Crust
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook uniformly. Rub the chicken with olive oil, then season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for a flavorful base.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill the seasoned chicken breasts on medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side or sear them in a skillet until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Mix Parmesan Ranch Topping: While the chicken cooks, combine ranch dressing, sour cream, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl to create a creamy, flavorful spread.
- Prepare Parmesan Crust Mixture: In another bowl, stir together shredded parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and garlic powder to form the crispy crust topping.
- Assemble Chicken for Baking: Place the cooked chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Spread the ranch mixture evenly over each breast, then top each with a slice of provolone cheese. Press the parmesan crust mixture firmly on top to cover the cheese and ranch layer.
- Bake and Broil: Bake the assembled chicken in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese has melted and the parmesan topping is golden. For extra crispness, broil the chicken for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- You can substitute provolone cheese with mozzarella or Swiss cheese based on preference.