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I'm so excited to share my version of Longhorn's famous Parmesan Chicken with you. It's one of those dishes that tastes like it came straight from the restaurant but you can make it right in your kitchen. The chicken turns out perfectly juicy inside with this amazing crispy coating and melty cheese on top it's pure comfort food magic.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
You won't believe how easy it is to get that restaurant quality taste at home. The chicken gets so crispy and that cheesy topping is absolutely heavenly. It's become my go to recipe when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen plus it's so much cheaper than eating out.
Everything You Need
- Chicken Breasts: I use boneless skinless and pound them evenly so they cook perfectly.
- Cheese: The combo of Parmesan and mozzarella creates the most amazing cheesy top.
- Breadcrumbs: Use whatever kind you like regular Italian or panko they all work great.
- Seasoning: Italian seasoning garlic and pepper make everything taste amazing.
- Egg Wash: Just eggs and milk to help that coating stick.
Let's Make It Together
- Get Your Oven Ready
- Heat it to 375°F and grab a baking dish give it a nice coating of olive oil.
- Bread Your Chicken
- Set up three dishes flour eggs with milk and your seasoned breadcrumbs. Dip each piece of chicken in that order make sure it's well coated.
- Get That Golden Crust
- Heat some olive oil in a pan and cook your chicken a few minutes per side until it's beautiful and golden.
- Make It Cheesy
- Put your chicken in the baking dish mix up those cheeses with garlic sprinkle it all over and bake until everything's hot and bubbly about 20 minutes.
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What to Serve With It
I love serving this chicken with creamy garlic mashed potatoes. Some steamed broccoli or green beans on the side add nice color and freshness. Want to make it extra special? Serve it over pasta with marinara sauce or keep it light with a fresh garden salad.
Make Ahead and Storage
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge they're good for 3 days. Want that crispy texture back? Reheat in the oven at 350°F. You can even bread and fry the chicken ahead of time then freeze it. Or prep everything up to 24 hours ahead just save the cheese topping for when you're ready to bake.
Mix It Up
Try adding lemon zest and fresh parsley to your breadcrumbs for a bright fresh taste. Love spicy food? Throw in some red pepper flakes. Want it extra cheesy? Add some provolone or Asiago. Need gluten free? Just swap in gluten free flour and breadcrumbs. And for extra crunch try using all panko breadcrumbs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I ensure the chicken stays crispy?
Double dip the chicken in egg and bread crumb mixture for extra crispiness. Also, make sure to properly brown the chicken in the skillet before baking.
- → Can I prepare this ahead of time?
You can bread the chicken ahead and refrigerate, but for best results, cook just before serving to maintain the crispy coating.
- → How do I know when the chicken is done?
The chicken should be cooked through with no pink inside, and cheese should be melted and bubbly. Using a meat thermometer, it should reach 165°F.
- → What sides go well with this dish?
Garlic mashed potatoes, side salad, or roasted vegetables pair perfectly. Choose sides that complement the rich, cheesy chicken.
- → Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, boneless chicken thighs work well too. Adjust cooking time as needed since thighs may cook slightly faster than breasts.