Description
Enjoy a deliciously cheesy and crispy Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a blend of Parmesan, provolone, mozzarella, and Romano cheeses, finished with a creamy ranch dressing and seasoned breadcrumbs. Perfectly seared and baked to golden perfection, this main course is rich, flavorful, and easily prepared at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Cheese Mixture
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
Toppings
- 1 cup creamy ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the chicken later.
- Prepare Chicken: Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. Season both sides of each breast with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to infuse flavor.
- Sear Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust, which helps lock in juices and adds texture.
- Mix Cheeses: In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan, provolone, mozzarella, and Romano cheeses. This mixture will create the signature cheesy topping with a wonderful blend of flavors.
- Assemble Dish: Place the seared chicken breasts in a baking dish. Spread a generous spoonful of ranch dressing evenly over each breast to add creaminess and tang.
- Add Cheese and Breadcrumbs: Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the ranch-coated chicken breasts. Then top each with seasoned breadcrumbs for a crispy finish when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese topping is melted and bubbly.
- Optional Broil: For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes of baking to brown the breadcrumb topping beautifully.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot, pairing the dish nicely with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute provolone or Romano cheese with an Italian cheese blend if those specific cheeses are not available.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and ranch dressing.
- Broiling for the last 2 minutes enhances the crispiness of the breadcrumb topping.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
