Savory Lemon Chicken Romano with a Crunchy Cheese Crust

Lemon Chicken Romano is a beginner-friendly dish featuring succulent chicken with a crunchy cheese crust, perfect for busy nights or elegant gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 360

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper

For the Coating

1 cup All-Purpose Flour
2 large Eggs beaten
1 cup Romano Cheese grated
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Butter
1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice

For Garnish

1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
2 slices Lemon Slices for garnish

Equipment

Ovenproof Skillet
Shallow dishes

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather your ingredients.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Set up your dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mix of cheese and lemon zest.
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat with the cheese mixture.
Heat olive oil and butter in the skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Pour chicken broth and lemon juice around the chicken in the skillet.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for an hour before cooking.

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