Description
A cheesy, crispy Longhorn copycat recipe—juicy chicken baked with ranch cream, melted cheese, and a golden crust.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ cup ranch dressing
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup shredded provolone cheese
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
½ cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp melted butter
1 Tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season Chicken: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Sear Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden. Transfer to a baking dish.
Make Sauce: Mix ranch dressing and sour cream in a small bowl. Spread evenly over each chicken breast.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle provolone and Parmesan cheese over the sauce-covered chicken.
Crust Topping: In another bowl, combine crushed crackers and melted butter. Press the mixture over the top of each chicken breast.
Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F) and the topping is golden and bubbling.
Garnish & Serve: Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, veggies, or a salad.
Notes
Substitute crushed panko breadcrumbs for Ritz for extra crunch.
For extra garlic flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder to the crust mixture.
Use mozzarella or cheddar in place of provolone if needed.
Great served over rice, pasta, or with roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course • Chicken Dinner • Copycat Recipe
- Method: Skillet Sear + Oven Bake
- Cuisine: American / Restaurant Copycat