Description

Craving that famous Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken? This copycat recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken topped with a crispy, cheesy crust—just like the restaurant favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Parmesan Crust:

1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded provolone cheese (or mozzarella)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp melted butter
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

For the Ranch Cream Sauce:

1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grease a baking dish or line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Season & Cook the Chicken:
- Pat chicken dry and rub with olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and lemon juice.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Make the Parmesan Crust:
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan, provolone, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Prepare the Ranch Cream Sauce:
- Whisk together ranch dressing, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Assemble & Broil:
- Spread a thin layer of the ranch cream sauce over each cooked chicken breast.
- Top with the Parmesan crust mixture.
- Place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.

Notes

This Parmesan Crusted Chicken is just as rich, cheesy, and crispy as Longhorn’s version—but made right in your kitchen!

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