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Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken

A crispy, cheesy Parmesan-crusted grilled chicken recipe with a buttery panko topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Basting brush
  • Baking Sheet
  • foil
  • Oven broiler

Method
 

  1. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of the melted butter with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Brush each chicken breast (halved lengthwise) with the butter-spice mixture on both sides.
  4. Place the chicken on the preheated grill pan and cook for 3–4 minutes without moving, then flip and cook the other side 3–4 minutes.
  5. In a medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup Parmesan with the shredded provolone until combined.
  6. Top each chicken piece with the cheese mixture and continue cooking on the grill pan until the cheese begins to melt and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet lined with foil.
  8. Preheat the oven broiler on high.
  9. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup grated Parmesan with the Panko and the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter; mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  10. Evenly sprinkle the buttered Panko mixture over the top of each chicken piece.
  11. Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 1–2 minutes, watching closely, until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.
  12. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use a regular skillet if you don’t have a grill pan.
  • Adjust cooking time if using thicker or thinner chicken pieces.
  • Watch the broiler closely to prevent burning.
  • Cut breasts in half to ensure quick, even cooking.