Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of LongHorn Steakhouse Chicken Parmesan, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, promising to impress with its delightful combination of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (approximately 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over each piece, then sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving with spaghetti or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese (about 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix spinach or mushrooms into the marinara sauce. Substitute mozzarella with provolone or fontina for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.