Description
Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken is a deliciously crispy, tender, and cheesy chicken dish inspired by the popular restaurant. Breaded with a flavorful mix of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs, then browned on the stove and baked with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella for a perfect family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the chicken later.
- Prepare Breading Stations: Set up three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, a second with whisked eggs, and a third with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Bread the Chicken: Coat each chicken breast by dredging first in the flour, then dipping into the whisked eggs, and finally pressing into the breadcrumb mixture to ensure an even, flavorful coating.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the breaded chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the browned chicken breasts to the prepared baking sheet. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each piece, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- You can substitute marinara sauce with your preferred tomato sauce or homemade version.
- For extra crispy chicken, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking to brown the cheese.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
- Pair with pasta, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
