Description
Longhorn parmesan crusted chicken delights palates with its crispy exterior and juicy meat. Diners savor rich flavors and creamy textures that make this dish a restaurant-quality meal you can enjoy at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 0.75 in / 1.9 cm thickness)
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded provolone cheese
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) shredded Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) panko bread crumbs
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) prepared ranch dressing
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) olive oil
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) melted butter
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) minced garlic
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vinegar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) garlic salt
- 0.25 tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate Magic: Whisk olive oil, ranch dressing, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Submerge chicken breasts in the mixture within a sealed container, ensuring complete coverage. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours to allow flavor penetration.
- Preparation Sequence: Extract chicken from refrigerator, letting excess marinade drain. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 12-15 minutes, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), confirming thorough cooking.
- Cheese Coating Creation: Blend grated Parmesan with ranch dressing until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine panko bread crumbs, garlic salt, shredded Parmesan, and melted butter to form an even, moistened coating.
- Final Assembly: Transfer grilled chicken to an oven-safe dish. Spread ranch-Parmesan mixture over each breast, layer with provolone cheese, and generously sprinkle the prepared bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Broiling Brilliance: Position oven rack in center. Activate broiler and place chicken underneath, monitoring closely for 2-4 minutes until achieving a golden-brown crust without burning.
- Serving Presentation: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives. Plate immediately alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete, restaurant-quality meal.
Notes
- Marinate Strategically: Let chicken absorb flavors for maximum taste, keeping it in refrigerator between 2-3 hours or overnight for deepest flavor penetration.
- Check Temperature Precisely: Use meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches exact 165°F internal temperature, preventing undercooking and ensuring food safety.
- Broil with Caution: Watch cheese and bread crumb topping closely during final 2-4 minutes to achieve perfect golden-brown color without burning.
- Rest Before Serving: Allow chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices, maintaining moisture and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg