Description

This recipe recreates Longhorn Steakhouse’s famous Parmesan Chicken at home—juicy, golden-crusted chicken breasts, pan-fried and baked with a blend of Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian herbs, and garlic for a restaurant-quality main course that’s easy enough for a weeknight.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

Breading Station

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 cup bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)

Seasonings

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced

For Cooking & Topping

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat Oven & Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all your ingredients and set up three shallow dishes for breading.
Mix Breading Components: In the first dish, combine bread crumbs, half (1/2 cup) of the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In the second dish, beat eggs with milk. Place flour in the third dish.
Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture. Place the breaded chicken on a plate.
Pan Fry for a Golden Crust: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
Prepare Cheese Topping: In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese with the shredded mozzarella and minced garlic. Mix well.
Bake to Finish: Top each chicken breast generously with the cheese mixture. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra crispiness, use panko crumbs instead of regular bread crumbs.
You can prep the chicken ahead—bread and refrigerate up to 1 day before frying and baking.
Leftovers make a great sandwich or salad topping.
Check doneness with a meat thermometer—165°F (74°C) ensures juicy, safe chicken.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main-course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 470
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 48g
Cholesterol: 170mg

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