Description
This homemade version of Longhorn Steakhouse’s Parmesan Crusted Chicken features juicy chicken breasts topped with a crispy, cheesy crust and a creamy ranch spread. It’s a quick, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese (or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or oregano)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Pound each breast to about 3/4 inch thick for even cooking. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown but not cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and lemon juice to make the creamy ranch spread.
- In another bowl, combine Parmesan, provolone, panko, melted butter, parsley, and Italian seasoning. Toss until evenly mixed.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of ranch mixture over each chicken breast. Top evenly with the cheese-panko mixture, pressing gently so it sticks.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until chicken reaches 160°F internally and crust is golden. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crunch.
- Let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
For gluten-free, use gluten-free panko or crushed rice crackers. Dairy-free cheese and plant-based mayo/sour cream can be substituted. Pound chicken to even thickness for best results. Watch closely when broiling to avoid burning the cheese. Rest chicken before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with crust (about 6 oz cooked)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 780
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 38
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