Description
This Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken recipe offers a deliciously crispy and flavorful chicken breast coated with a savory mix of Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs. The chicken is first seared to golden perfection on the stovetop before being baked in the oven to ensure a juicy, tender interior and a crunchy crust. Perfect for a comforting dinner, this dish combines simple ingredients with easy preparation steps for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Breading Mixture
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
Dredging and Breading Prep
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
Cooking
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after searing.
- Prepare Breading Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder thoroughly to create a flavorful coating.
- Mix Egg Wash: In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined; this will help the breading stick to the chicken.
- Prepare Flour Dredge: Place the all-purpose flour in a third shallow dish for the initial dredging step.
- Dredge the Chicken: Coat each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally press it firmly into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat Oil: Heat the vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot enough for searing.
- Sear Chicken: Add the coated chicken breasts to the hot skillet and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet with the seared chicken breasts to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) indicating they’re fully cooked.
- Rest: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender meat.
- Serve: Serve your Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken immediately and enjoy the crispy, cheesy delight.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transfer the chicken from stovetop to oven without losing the crust.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee it is safe to eat.
- Customize seasoning in the breadcrumb mixture according to your taste preferences.
- Allowing the chicken to rest after baking helps retain moisture and enhances flavor.
- For extra crispy crust, you can double dip the chicken in the egg mixture and breadcrumb coating before searing.
