Description
This Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken is juicy, crispy, cheesy, and packed with rich, tangy flavor. The parmesan-panko crust over a creamy Dijon-ranch layer makes it a standout dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (butterflied and halved to make 4 cutlets)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Butterfly and halve the chicken breasts, then pound them to an even thickness of 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Let them rest for 10–15 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sear the chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Chicken should be mostly cooked through but not overdone.
- In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing and Dijon mustard to make the creamy spread.
- In another bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, provolone, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Spread the ranch-Dijon mixture evenly over the seared chicken breasts, then top with the Parmesan crust.
- Transfer chicken to a baking sheet or keep in oven-safe skillet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, until crust is bubbly and golden and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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