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Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken

A delicious homemade version of Longhorn Steakhouse’s famous Parmesan Crusted Chicken. Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this dish is perfect for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter

For the Parmesan Crust:

  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, optional
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional, for extra flavor

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the Chicken:** Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • **Prepare the Parmesan Crust:** In a mixing bowl, combine grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest.
  • **Coat the Chicken:** Lightly brush or drizzle olive oil or melted butter over the chicken breasts. Press the Parmesan mixture onto both sides of the chicken, ensuring it sticks well.
  • **Choose a Cooking Method:**
  • - **Oven Method:** Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  • - **Air Fryer Method:** Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken in a single layer and cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.
  • **Serve:** Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
For added flavor, mix some shredded mozzarella into the Parmesan crust.
To make it gluten-free, use crushed gluten-free crackers instead of breadcrumbs.
Keyword Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Longhorn Copycat, Crispy Chicken