Effortless Longhorn Parmesan Chicken

Soft, juicy chicken breasts get a crunchy Parmesan top that brings a fancy, restaurant vibe right to your dining table. With three different cheeses and some Caesar dressing, you'll get a creamy, bold layer that turns plain chicken into something pretty awesome. Let the chicken sit a minute before slicing—that helps all those tasty juices stick around.

Ultimate Ingredients Rundown

Provolone: Brings more flavor depthMozzarella: Melty goodnessCaesar dressing: Creamy and a little tangyPanko breadcrumbs: More crunch than regular breadcrumbsParmesan: Go for freshly grated for real flavorChicken breasts: Try to pick pieces that are about the same size so they cook evenly

How To Nail The Chicken

Last Step: Stick it under the broiler and watch for that golden topOnce Everything’s Together: Pile the cheesy mixture over each chicken breastGet The Topping Ready: Mix up the cheeses, breadcrumbs, and Caesar dressingStart Off: Sear your chicken til it turns that tasty golden colorSeasoning Time: Rub those spices onto the chicken first

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Friends always want to know what the surprise flavor is—it’s really just Caesar dressing that gives the topping its special taste.

Tasty Sides

Dish it up with creamy garlic mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, or a crunchy Caesar salad to really set the vibe.

Fun Twists

Switch things up with garlic butter in the crust, swap in your favorite cheeses, or toss in some Italian herbs.

Leftover Tips

Leftovers? Pop them in the fridge, covered, for three days max. Heat them in the oven so the crispy layer stays crispy. Making this for years, I’ve learned that getting that super crispy, golden top while keeping the chicken juicy is the real trick to pulling it off.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use chicken thighs instead?

Boneless thighs are perfect. Cook them a bit longer than breasts.

→ Why is my crust not browning?

Move your pan up closer to the heat and keep an eye on it. It should brown fast, about 2 or 3 minutes.

→ Can I prep this ahead?

Sure, cook your chicken first and wait to add the crunchy cheese topping till right before you broil it.

→ What can I serve with this?

Try it alongside mashed potatoes, some garden veggies, or a crisp salad.

→ Can I freeze leftovers?

Go for it, but the topping softens up a bit. Warm it in the oven, not the microwave, to keep it crispier.