Description

Craving a restaurant-quality meal without leaving home? This Copycat Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Crusted Chicken is the ultimate comfort food upgrade, blending tender, juicy chicken with a crunchy parmesan and panko crust, melted provolone, and a tangy, creamy ranch topping. It’s an irresistible, easy dinner idea perfect for weeknights or guests. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, a quick chicken recipe, or a cheesy comfort food favorite, this dish checks every box and delivers on both flavor and texture.

Ingredients

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2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese

4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

3 tablespoons ranch dressing or 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning

1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)

1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional garnish)

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Instructions

1. Pound chicken breasts to even 1/2-inch thickness and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through (4–5 minutes per side). Transfer to baking sheet.

3. In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, ranch dressing or seasoning, and mayo until smooth.

4. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and grated parmesan. Toast in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes for extra crunch.

5. Spread the ranch-cream cheese mixture over each piece of chicken.

6. Add shredded provolone on top, then sprinkle with the toasted parmesan-panko crust.

7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil 1–2 minutes for golden topping.

8. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

For a crispier crust, always toast your breadcrumbs before adding them to the topping.

Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature to make it easier to blend and spread.

Flattening the chicken evenly ensures even cooking and prevents dryness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked, Pan-Seared
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 470
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 110mg