Now this Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe is the kind that you can bring that restaurant experience home. Chicken breasts, marinated and grilled to tenderness, are layered with a smooth ranch spread, then topped with a crispy, cheesy Parmesan crumb coating. The tangy notes complement the savory in a way that truly makes each bite pop, and also helps the crispy texture shine.
Easy enough to prepare for a family dinner, or special enough for entertaining friends, this recipe’s flexible prep means you can grill, bake or broil the chicken. Pair with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes or a crisp salad for a complete crowd-pleaser meal that will definitely be a favorite!
Why You’ll Love It:
Rich Layers of Flavor: Beginning with the zesty marinade, and ending with the creamy ranch and crispy topping, every bite is loaded with flavor.
Multiple Cooking Options: Conveniently grilled, baked, or stovetop cooked.
At home restaurant-style: Basically, it’s like making your Longhorn Steakhouse meal in your own home.
Crowd-Pleasing: Kids and adults alike enjoy this dish.
Key Ingredients:
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: Lastly, boneless, skinless chicken breasts are always a classic.
Provolone Cheese: A gooey smooth cheese that melts very well, used for an amazing topper over the chicken.
Olive Oil: Acts as one of the main ingredients in the marinade to keep the chicken juicy and flavorful.
Ranch Dressing: Provides tangle and creaminess in both the marinade and ranch spread.
Worcestershire Sauce: Adds umami nudge to the marinade, deepening flavor.
Panko Bread Crumbs: Crisp Parmesan topping that adds crunch to the dish.
Parmesan Cheese: Shredded Parmesan and grated Parmesan yield nutty, salty flavors within the spread and in the crumb topping.
Butter: Makes sure the crumb topping browns and crisps under the broiler.
Garlic and Spices: Add minced garlic, garlic salt and black pepper, a lot of flavoring.
