Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and savory flavor of Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken, a quick and delicious recipe perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for even cooking.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy coating.
- In one bowl, combine panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Lightly brush each chicken breast with olive oil before dredging them in the breadcrumb mixture; press down firmly to adhere the coating.
- Place coated chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In the final minutes of baking, sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider searing the chicken in a skillet before baking. Swap Parmesan for Pecorino Romano or add fresh thyme for a unique twist. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.