Effortless & Flavor-Packed Longhorn Chicken Recipe
This Longhorn Chicken recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen with minimal effort. Juicy chicken breasts are pan-fried to golden perfection and topped with a savory garlic butter parmesan crust. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet Cast iron or non-stick
- 1 Small Bowl For seasoning
- 1 Rolling Pin or Meat Mallet For pounding chicken
- Measuring Spoons and Cups For accurate measurements
- 1 Meat Thermometer To ensure chicken is cooked through
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Chicken breasts boneless, skinless, about 6-8 ounces each
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Gently pat the chicken breasts dry and pound to an even ½ inch thickness.
- Combine Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Season chicken breasts evenly on both sides.
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over chicken. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley (optional), and serve immediately.
Notes
Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning for a little heat.
Cheese Variations: Try Pecorino Romano, mozzarella, or a blend of cheeses instead of Parmesan.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, salad, or your favorite sides.
Cheese Variations: Try Pecorino Romano, mozzarella, or a blend of cheeses instead of Parmesan.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, salad, or your favorite sides.