Description
Indulge in the zesty goodness of Lemon Chicken Romano, an easy-to-make dish that transforms any meal into a culinary celebration. The crispy, golden chicken is perfectly paired with tangy lemon and rich Romano cheese, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish will leave your family and friends coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and zest one lemon; juice both lemons for the sauce.
- In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Romano cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture until fully covered.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sear the coated chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour lemon juice around the chicken in the pan to infuse flavor; let it bubble for a minute.
- Plate the chicken and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg