My Mom found the recipe in the paper. I love this dish at Longhorn’s and I was really excited to try it at home!”

 

I Tried My Favorite LongHorn Dish at Home — Thanks to a Recipe My Mom Found in the Paper!

There’s something special about finding a restaurant dish you love — one that keeps you coming back, time and time again. For me, that dish has always been from LongHorn Steakhouse. Rich, flavorful, comforting — it’s one of those meals that just hits different.

So when my mom clipped a recipe out of the newspaper that claimed to be “just like LongHorn’s,” I was intrigued. When I actually tried making it at home? I was blown away.

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A Family Find That Changed Dinner Forever

I’ve got to give credit where credit is due: Mom is the real MVP here. She spotted the recipe in the food section one weekend, cut it out (because moms still do that, right?), and said, “You love that dish at LongHorn. Let’s try this.”

I figured it might come close, but I wasn’t expecting a near-identical replica — right from my own kitchen!

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The Dish: LongHorn’s Inspired Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Tender, juicy chicken breast topped with a buttery garlic ranch spread, melted Parmesan, and a crispy Provolone-crusted finish?
Yes, please. Every bite is creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory flavor.

And the best part? It’s surprisingly simple to make.

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What You’ll Need

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

• Salt, pepper, garlic powder (for seasoning)

• 2 tablespoons ranch dressing

• 1 tablespoon softened butter

• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 slices provolone cheese

• 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

• Olive oil (for sautéing or air frying)

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How to Make It

1. Season & Cook the Chicken

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Sear or grill until golden brown and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes per side).

2. Make the Garlic-Parmesan Topping

In a small bowl, mix together ranch dressing, butter, garlic, and Parmesan. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Magic

Place your cooked chicken on a baking sheet. Spread the garlic-Parmesan mixture on top, then lay a slice of provolone over each breast. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top for that signature crust.

4. Broil to Finish

Broil on high for 2–4 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Keep an eye on it — it toasts fast!

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Why This Recipe Works So Well

• ✅ Tastes just like the restaurant version

• ✅ Simple ingredients, big flavor

• ✅ Comes together in 30 minutes or less

• ✅ Perfect for weeknights, date nights, or showing off to guests

I served mine with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli — just like they do at LongHorn — and honestly, it might be even better at home.

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Final Thoughts

It’s amazing how something as simple as a newspaper clipping can lead to your new favorite homemade meal. Thanks to my mom (and whoever shared this gem in the food column), I can now skip the drive and the wait — and make my go-to LongHorn order whenever I want.

If you love LongHorn’s Parmesan Crusted Chicken as much as I do, you’ve got to try this at home. It’s easy, comforting, and ridiculously satisfying.

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Next up: I might try recreating their Wild West Shrimp. If you’ve got a lead on that recipe, send it my way!