Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a crispy Romano cheese crust, elevated by zesty lemon and fresh herbs. This quick and easy recipe takes less than an hour to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special family dinners. The bright flavors of lemon and savory cheese create a delightful contrast, ensuring every bite is deliciously satisfying. Serve this dish with your favorite sides for an impressive meal that will leave your guests raving.
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
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up dredging stations: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with Romano cheese mixed with lemon zest.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour chicken broth and lemon juice over the chicken and transfer the skillet to the oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (juices run clear).
- Let rest before serving, garnished with parsley and lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 453
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 513mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 215mg