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Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken
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This Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe delivers a crispy, cheesy, and flavorful chicken dish ready in under 30 minutes. Featuring a golden parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust on juicy boneless chicken breasts, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Easily customizable and kid-friendly, this recipe brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter, for frying

Coating

  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free panko for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well. If the breasts are thick, slice them horizontally to create thinner cutlets for faster, crispier cooking.
  2. Create the Coating: In one bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create an even, flavorful crust mixture.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast first into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off. Then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated on all sides to lock in a crunchy, cheesy crust.
  4. Cook to Golden Perfection: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the coated chicken and cook about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. The butter adds richness, while the oil helps maintain a crisp crust.
  5. Rest and Serve: Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil for 1-2 minutes. This keeps the chicken crunchy and juicy when served.

Notes

  • For even cooking and the best crust, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness before coating.
  • Use freshly grated parmesan rather than pre-shredded for optimal crust texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan while frying; cook in batches if needed to maintain crispiness.
  • Maintain medium heat to avoid burning the crust while ensuring the chicken cooks fully.
  • Let the chicken rest before slicing to retain juices and tenderness.

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