Description
Tender and flavorful Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a cheesy, herb-infused topping. This recipe recreates the popular restaurant favorite, perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- Season Chicken: Pound chicken to even thickness, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Sear Chicken: Sear in olive oil until golden brown.
- Assemble: Transfer chicken to the dish, spread ranch dressing, top with mixed cheeses.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked and cheese is bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or pasta.
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for extra flavor.
- Broil for a golden cheesy crust at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with cheese topping
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 47 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
