Description
Succulent Longhorn parmesan crusted chicken delivers restaurant-quality comfort right to your kitchen table. Crispy exterior and juicy interior combine with rich parmesan coating, promising a delicious meal you can confidently prepare at home.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Coating and Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) olive oil
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons (2 tbsp) melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400°F (200°C), ensuring an even cooking environment for the chicken.
- Create a flavorful seasoning blend by combining garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to coat the chicken breasts thoroughly.
- Select a heavy-bottomed skillet and warm olive oil over medium-high heat to create a perfect searing surface.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, developing a golden-brown crust by cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the partially cooked chicken to a baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Generously spread ranch dressing across the surface of each chicken piece, ensuring complete coverage.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine parmesan cheese, provolone cheese, breadcrumbs, and melted butter to create a rich, textured topping.
- Evenly distribute the cheese mixture over the ranch-covered chicken, pressing gently to help the topping adhere.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the topping turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Carefully remove the dish from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, letting the juices redistribute and ensure maximum tenderness.
Notes
- Achieve a perfectly golden and crispy crust by using freshly grated parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded varieties.
- Substitute ranch dressing with Greek yogurt or light sour cream for a healthier alternative with reduced calories.
- Ensure even cooking by pounding chicken breasts to a uniform thickness before seasoning and searing.
- Create a gluten-free version by replacing breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond flour for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg