Description
Craving Longhorn Parmesan Chicken? This copycat recipe brings the crispy, cheesy goodness to your kitchen! Enjoy perfectly parmesan crusted chicken with simple ingredients and easy steps. A restaurant-quality baked parmesan chicken that will impress!
Ingredients
- Chicken Breasts: The foundation of our dish, providing a tender and protein-rich base.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds a sharp, nutty flavor and creates the signature crispy crust.
- Breadcrumbs: Provides texture and helps the coating adhere to the chicken.
- Flour: Used for the initial dredging, ensuring the egg wash sticks properly.
- Eggs: Binds the breadcrumb mixture and adds richness.
- Italian Seasoning: Enhances the flavor profile with a blend of aromatic herbs.
- Garlic Powder: Contributes a savory depth to the parmesan crusted chicken.
- Salt and Pepper: Essential for seasoning and balancing flavors.
- Olive Oil: Used for pan-frying the chicken to golden perfection.
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Tenderize if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set Up the Breading Station: In three shallow dishes, place flour, whisked eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg wash, and press into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, coating evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drain excess oil on a wire rack.
Notes
- Use Fresh Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts better and provides a more intense flavor.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Cook the chicken in batches to maintain oil temperature for even browning.
- Use a Thermometer: Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly to avoid any food safety issues.
- Rest the Chicken: Allow cooked chicken to rest on a wire rack to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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