Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe. Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, cheesy crust, this dish is sure to impress with its delicious flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
For the Crust:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Cooking:
- 2 tbsp olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Prepare Coating Stations: Set up three bowls for coating the chicken: seasoned flour, whisked eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan and herbs.
- Coat the Chicken: Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg wash, then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
- Sear the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, sear the breaded chicken in olive oil for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Bake the Chicken: Transfer the chicken to the baking dish and bake for around 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
