Description
This Longhorn Parmesan Chicken recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts baked to perfection with a creamy ranch and sour cream sauce, topped with a crispy Parmesan and melted provolone or mozzarella cheese crust. It’s a flavorful, comforting main course that’s perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cheese
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the greased baking dish. Brush both sides of the chicken breasts lightly with olive oil to keep them moist during baking.
- Coat with Sauce: Spread the ranch and sour cream mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, ensuring good coverage for flavor.
- Add the Cheeses: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce layer on the chicken. Then, top each piece with the shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil (Optional): For a golden, crispy cheese top, broil the chicken for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm alongside your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Serve this cheesy chicken with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or pasta for a complete meal.
- You can use a meat mallet to pound chicken breasts evenly for consistent cooking.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in Italian dressing for 1-2 hours before baking.
