Description
Longhorn-Style Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a delectable dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with a crispy, cheesy crust. This easy-to-make recipe offers a delightful explosion of flavors and textures, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With minimal prep and cleanup, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup plain or Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, and olive oil until well mixed.
- Press each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot, drizzled with olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg