Description
This Longhorn Steakhouse-inspired Parmesan Crusted Chicken is bursting with flavor! Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are topped with a savory blend of panko, Parmesan, mozzarella, and provolone cheese, with Caesar dressing and melted butter adding extra richness. Broiled to golden perfection, this dish brings a restaurant-quality meal right to your home kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Parmesan Crust Topping - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Parmesan Crust Topping
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, mozzarella, provolone, Caesar dressing, and melted butter until well combined and crumbly.
- Assemble and Broil
- Preheat the broiler.
- Place the cooked chicken breasts on a baking sheet and spoon the Parmesan topping over each piece. Gently press the mixture to adhere.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts and turns golden brown. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Serve
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet for easier broiling.
- For an extra kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Broil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Longhorn Steakhouse Chicken, cheese-crusted chicken