Description
Recreate Longhorn’s famous Parmesan Crusted Chicken at home with a flavorful marinade and a crispy, cheesy topping.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for searing)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, chopped into small bits
- ½ cup provolone cheese, chopped into small bits
- 6 tablespoons buttermilk ranch salad dressing
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare and marinate the chicken: pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness, combine marinade ingredients, marinate chicken for 30 minutes to overnight.
- Sear the chicken: heat oil in a skillet, sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: combine cheeses and ranch dressing, microwave until melted and spread over chicken.
- Add the breadcrumb topping: mix melted butter, garlic powder, and panko, then sprinkle over cheese layer.
- Broil to perfection: broil for 3–4 minutes until top is golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
Notes
Quick shortcut: Substitute 1 cup Italian salad dressing for the entire marinade if short on time. For keto, replace panko with crushed pork rinds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking/Searing
- Cuisine: American