🧀 Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

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Better than the restaurant version—crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

For the Ranch Spread:

  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing

  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

For the Parmesan Crust:

  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese

  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tbsp melted butter

  • 1 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Prep chicken – Pound breasts to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  3. Sear – Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to baking dish.

  4. Make ranch spread – Mix ranch dressing with grated Parmesan. Spread evenly over chicken.

  5. Make Parmesan crust – Combine shredded Parmesan, provolone (or mozzarella), panko, melted butter, and parsley. Spoon over chicken and press lightly to adhere.

  6. Bake – 15–18 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and topping is golden.

  7. Optional broil – Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.

  8. Rest & serve – Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Total Time: 35 min

Servings: 4 | Calories: ~480 per serving

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