Recreate the restaurant-quality experience at home with this Longhorn Steakhouse-inspired Parmesan Chicken. With a crispy, golden breadcrumb coating and a rich topping of marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, this dish is a delicious and comforting classic.
Each bite is a perfect balance of juicy chicken, savory Parmesan, and melted cheesy goodness. Serve this dish for dinner to impress your family or guests with a meal that feels like it’s straight from a steakhouse kitchen.
A Crispy, Cheesy Delight
This Parmesan Chicken is all about layering flavors and textures. Flattened chicken breasts are breaded and fried to a golden crisp, then topped with rich marinara and gooey mozzarella before being broiled to perfection.
With a garnish of fresh basil for a touch of brightness, this dish is both satisfying and easy to make. Let’s dive into making this restaurant-worthy meal!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Fresh basil for garnish
Directions:
- Begin by flattening the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet. This ensures they cook evenly and quickly.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it generously with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, pressing the crumbs onto the chicken to ensure a good coating.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Once the oil is hot, add the breaded chicken breasts, frying until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Preheat your broiler. Place the fried chicken breasts on a baking sheet.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each chicken breast, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish with fresh basil for a pop of color and flavor, and serve hot.
