Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Recreate the famous Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken at home! This juicy, marinated chicken is topped with a crispy, cheesy crust made from Parmesan, mozzarella, and breadcrumbs, delivering restaurant-quality flavor in every bite. Perfect for a hearty dinner!
- Prep Time: 20min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Total Time: 2hours40min
- Yield: 4servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying & Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, ranch dressing, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper. Place chicken in a resealable bag, pour in the marinade, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best results).
- Prepare the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Mix flour with salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and milk. In a third bowl, combine breadcrumbs, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking sheet.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle mozzarella and remaining Parmesan cheese over each piece. Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor, but 2 hours is sufficient.
- For a lighter option, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes instead of pan-frying.
- Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting quality.
