Description
Longhorn Parmesan Chicken combines crispy, golden chicken breasts with rich, melted Parmesan cheese, creating a comforting dish perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Lightly coat each chicken breast in olive oil, then press into the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Place the coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- For extra cheesiness, add more Parmesan during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - Substitute Parmesan with mozzarella or add fresh basil for a twist. - Pair with pasta or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.