Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken Recipe
This Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful Parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, baked to golden perfection and topped with melted mozzarella cheese for a deliciously cheesy finish. It's an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for a hearty dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish that can hold the chicken breasts in a single layer to prevent sticking.
- Prepare breadcrumb mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Coat chicken with mayo and breadcrumbs: In another bowl, spread mayonnaise over both sides of each chicken breast. Then coat each breast thoroughly in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crust.
- Arrange and drizzle butter: Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of all the chicken breasts to add richness and help with browning.
- Bake initially: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. This allows the crust to crisp up and the chicken to cook most of the way through.
- Add cheese and finish baking: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Evenly top each chicken breast with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and the shredded mozzarella cheese. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly, and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve the Parmesan chicken hot as a satisfying main course.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes after adding cheese, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Mayonnaise can be substituted with plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness by pounding if necessary for uniform cooking.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to keep the crust crispy.
