Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A delicious and comforting dish featuring crispy, cheesy toppings over juicy chicken, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Use fresh for better flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Use fresh for better flavor.
- ½ teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- ½ teaspoon pepper Adjust to taste.
Cheesy Topping
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided Set aside part for topping.
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese Can substitute with mozzarella if desired.
Crunchy Topping
- ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs Add herbs or spices for variation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of the melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Brush this mixture generously over each chicken breast.
Cooking
- Place the chicken breasts on the grill pan and cook undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the chicken to ensure even cooking and notice the grill marks.
- In a medium mixing bowl, mix together ½ cup of the grated Parmesan cheese and the provolone cheese, then set aside.
- Top each chicken piece generously with the cheese mixture after flipping.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from the grill pan and place on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Preheat your oven’s broiler on high.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs with the remaining ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese and the 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Broil under the broiler for about 1-2 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the broiler and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables. This dish can also be used in lunch wraps or on sandwiches.