Description
Indulge in the flavors of Longhorn Steakhouse with this easy-to-make copycat Parmesan chicken recipe! Crispy, golden-brown chicken breasts coated with a cheesy, flavorful breadcrumb crust. Perfect for a family dinner or a special meal.
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
- Salt and pepper (to season)
For the Breading:
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (freshly grated for maximum flavor)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh parsley for garnish)
For Cooking:
- Olive oil or butter (for pan-frying)
- Cooking spray (if baking)
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Pound the chicken to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin if necessary, to ensure even cooking. -
Set Up Your Breading Station:
Create three shallow bowls for the breading process:- Bowl 1: Place flour.
- Bowl 2: Beat the eggs.
- Bowl 3: Combine panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika (optional), and dried parsley. Mix well.
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Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Press into the breadcrumb mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Pan-fry: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Bake (optional): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray, place the breaded chicken on the sheet, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
Notes
- If you prefer a crispier texture, pan-frying works best, but baking is a great healthier option.
- For extra flavor, use fresh parsley for garnish.
- You can make the breadcrumb mixture in advance for easy meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg