Longhorn Steakhouse-Inspired Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Here’s a delicious recipe for Longhorn Steakhouse-Inspired Parmesan Crusted Chicken—crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor!

Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
• For the Sauce (optional):
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, soak the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) to tenderize and flavor the meat.
2. Prepare the Coating:
   • In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • In another bowl, beat the eggs with the Dijon mustard (if using).
   • In a third bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
3. Bread the Chicken:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • Remove each chicken breast from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
   • Dip in the egg mixture, then coat with the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
4. Bake the Chicken:
   • Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
5. Make the Sauce (optional):
   • While the chicken is baking, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the Parmesan crusted chicken with the optional sauce on the side, along with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a salad.

Enjoy your delicious Longhorn Steakhouse-inspired Parmesan Crusted Chicken!