Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful dish that combines the crispiness of Romano cheese with the bright zing of fresh lemon, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a savory cheese crust, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With only a few simple ingredients and quick preparation steps, you can have this zesty chicken on your table in no time. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will impress everyone.
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
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Olive oil and unsalted butter for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the cheese and lemon zest mixture.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with the cheese mixture.
- In an ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the breaded chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes each).
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, then transfer the skillet to the oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through; juices should run clear.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Chicken Breast (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg