Description
Succulent Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken delivers a rich, crispy experience with golden-breaded chicken draped in classic Italian-inspired flavor. Cheese lovers and comfort food enthusiasts will savor each perfectly seasoned bite of this restaurant-style masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce and Oil:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare workstation by gathering all necessary ingredients and kitchen tools for efficient meal preparation.
- Transform chicken breasts into uniform thickness using a meat mallet, ensuring even cooking and tender texture.
- Craft a savory coating by blending Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and aromatic seasonings into a fine, textured mixture.
- Activate robust flavors by searing chicken in a hot skillet, developing a golden-brown exterior that seals in moisture.
- Transfer seared chicken to a baking sheet, generously coating each piece with the seasoned Parmesan breadcrumb blend.
- Roast in a preheated oven, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and the coating to become crisp and golden.
- Enhance the dish’s richness by ladling marinara sauce over each chicken breast, creating a vibrant, rustic presentation.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously, creating a melted, luxurious topping that adds creamy decadence.
- Complete the final baking phase to achieve a perfectly melted cheese layer with enticing bubbling edges.
- Elevate the visual appeal by garnishing with fresh parsley, adding a bright, herbaceous touch to the finished dish.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded evenly to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for maximum flavor and better coating adherence compared to pre-packaged cheese.
- For gluten-free option, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko crumbs to maintain crispy texture.
- Thermometer is crucial for checking chicken’s internal temperature, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 110mg