Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe: 5 Easy Steps
Juicy, golden chicken breasts are marinated and pan-seared, then topped with a melty parmesan-mozzarella crust and broiled to crispy perfection. This easy, crowd-pleasing Longhorn Parmesan crusted chicken recipe promises restaurant-quality flavor with minimal prep and accessible ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15–30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: 30–48 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main dishes
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Prep Essentials
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1–2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Marinade
- ¼ cup Italian dressing
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of half a lemon
Parmesan Crust Layer
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons ranch dressing (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon garlic butter (optional)
Pantry Staples
- Olive oil (for searing)
- Salt & pepper (for seasoning chicken)
- Panko breadcrumbs (½ cup)
- Paprika or Italian seasoning (¼ tsp)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to ¾-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Italian dressing, melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Marinate chicken 15–30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Sear chicken in olive oil, 3–4 minutes per side.
- Bake skillet in oven 5–7 minutes. Mix parmesan, mozzarella, ranch, and garlic butter for the crust.
- Top each chicken breast with the crust mixture. Broil on high 2–3 minutes until golden-brown. Rest 5–7 minutes before serving.
Notes
Let the chicken rest after cooking for juicy results. Check doneness with a thermometer—165°F is key. Substitute Greek yogurt for ranch dressing, or Pecorino Romano for parmesan if preferred. Keeps well for leftovers and easily reheats without losing flavor or texture.
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