Lemon Chicken Romano
A delightful dish featuring crispy, cheesy chicken breasts flavored with zesty lemon, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the breadcrumbs and grated Romano cheese in a shallow dish.
- Beat the eggs with the lemon juice and zest in another dish.
- Season the chicken breasts liberally with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured chicken in the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off.
- Coat the chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it sticks.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
Ensure your oil is hot before adding the chicken for a perfect golden crust. Adjust lemon juice based on your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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