Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A delightful version of the classic Parmesan crusted chicken featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy blend of Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Drizzle olive oil into the breadcrumb mixture, stirring until it resembles wet sand.
- Dip each chicken breast into the mixture until fully coated, pressing down to ensure adherence.
- Place the coated chicken on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Notes
To enhance flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like basil or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture. For extra crunch, mix in crushed crackers or nuts with your panko breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg