Lemon Chicken Romano
Lemon Chicken Romano is a zesty and crispy Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful lemon and Romano cheese crust, perfect for a quick and elegant dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the Romano cheese, bread crumbs, and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge each piece in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the Romano and bread crumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra zest, drizzle additional fresh lemon juice over the chicken before serving or serve with a side of roasted vegetables.
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