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Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe

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This copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe delivers the beloved restaurant classic right to your kitchen with crispy, cheesy, and flavorful crust atop juicy grilled chicken breasts. Featuring a seasoned butter brush, a melt-in-your-mouth provolone and Parmesan cheese layer, and a golden Panko-Parmesan breadcrumb topping finished under the broiler, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper, or to taste

Cheese Mixture

  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • ½ cup shredded provolone cheese

Breadcrumb Topping

  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Grill Pan: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken, which will give it distinct grill marks and seal in the juices.
  2. Prepare the Butter Seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons of the melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Brush this flavorful mixture evenly over each chicken breast piece to season and add moisture.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the hot grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving to develop grill marks. Flip the chicken to the other side.
  4. Add Cheese Layer: In a separate medium bowl, combine ½ cup Parmesan cheese with the shredded provolone cheese. Evenly distribute this cheese mixture atop each flipped chicken breast, then cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring it is fully cooked and the cheese begins to melt.
  5. Transfer to Baking Sheet: Remove the grilled and cheese-topped chicken from the pan and place on a baking sheet lined with foil for easy cleanup and further cooking.
  6. Preheat the Broiler: Set your oven broiler to high to get ready for crisping the breadcrumb topping.
  7. Prepare Breadcrumb Topping: In another bowl, mix the Panko breadcrumbs with the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and the last 2 tablespoons of melted butter to create a buttery, crispy crust.
  8. Top Chicken with Breadcrumb Mixture: Evenly sprinkle the buttered Panko-Parmesan breadcrumb mixture over each chicken breast, covering the cheese layer thoroughly.
  9. Broil the Chicken: Place the baking sheet under the preheated broiler for 1-2 minutes. Watch carefully as the breadcrumbs brown quickly; broil until golden and crispy but not burnt.
  10. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the broiler and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and the topping to set, ensuring a juicy, flavorful dish ready to be served.

Notes

  • Ensure the chicken is cut evenly for uniform cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
  • Watch the chicken closely while broiling to prevent the breadcrumb topping from burning.
  • Leftover chicken can be refrigerated and reheated, but topping crispiness may reduce.
  • Panko breadcrumbs contribute to a lighter, crunchier texture compared to regular breadcrumbs.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling and Broiling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/copycat-longhorn-parmesan-crusted-chicken-recipe/