Description
This Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Chicken recipe is a delightful twist on a classic dish, featuring tender chicken cutlets coated in a savory blend of Parmesan and gooey cheeses, baked to perfection. A crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Cheese Topping:
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken: Season chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Sear chicken: Sear chicken in olive oil until lightly golden.
- Prepare topping: Spread ranch dressing on each cutlet, top with a cheese mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked and cheese is melted.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- This copycat version pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, or a side salad.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk or ranch dressing before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
