Description

Golden, crispy, and bursting with flavor, Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce is a crowd-pleaser that brings gourmet dining to your home. This dish features succulent chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pecorino cheese crust, harmoniously paired with a rich and tangy creamy lemon sauce. Perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to special gatherings—this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees an impressive meal that will delight family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Zest of 2 lemons
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
Juice of 2 lemons
Salt and black pepper to taste
Olive oil and butter for cooking

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow dish, mix pecorino cheese, panko breadcrumbs, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
In another bowl, whisk eggs until beaten.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dip each into the egg mixture followed by the breadcrumb mixture.
Heat olive oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
For the sauce, combine heavy cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering.
Serve chicken drizzled with creamy lemon sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking/Frying
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
Calories: 540
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 180mg