Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful and flavorful dish that features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Romano cheese crust, enhanced by the refreshing zest of lemon. This savory meal is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With its combination of zesty flavors and satisfying textures, this dish promises to become a favorite in your home. Quick to prepare and easy to serve with various sides, Lemon Chicken Romano is not only a feast for the taste buds but also an alluring presentation for the dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and a third with a mix of Romano cheese and lemon zest.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with the cheese mixture.
- In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and butter. Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes each side).
- Add chicken broth and fresh lemon juice; let simmer briefly.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest before garnishing with parsley and lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg