If you love the rich, cheesy, and crispy Parmesan Chicken from Longhorn Steakhouse, this homemade version delivers the same bold flavors right from your kitchen. Juicy chicken breasts are breaded, pan-seared until golden, then baked with a generous topping of melted Parmesan and mozzarella. It’s comforting, satisfying, and perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set aside.
Prepare the dredging stations:
In one shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
In a second dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
Place flour in a third dish.
Bread the chicken:
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
Dip into the egg mixture.
Coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
Pan-sear:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Add cheese topping:
Transfer chicken to prepared baking dish.
Mix remaining Parmesan cheese with mozzarella and minced garlic.
Spoon mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Use Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
For extra crispiness, place chicken under the broiler for 1–2 minutes after baking.