Description
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken breasts with a crispy, cheesy coating, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup bread crumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- ¼ cup ranch dressing or creamy garlic dressing
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¾-inch and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Set up a dredging station with flour in one bowl and a mixture of bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in another.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in ranch dressing, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and drizzle with melted butter before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.
- Let the chicken rest after baking for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Longhorn Steakhouse, Parmesan Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food