Lemon Chicken Romano
A delightful fusion of crispy chicken coated in Romano cheese & breadcrumbs, infused with the bright flavors of lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking & Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free option
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Romano cheese, grated
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the breadcrumbs and grated Romano cheese in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture and then coat them in the breadcrumb and cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and fry the chicken until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, drizzle with lemon zest, and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Notes
Try marinating the chicken in lemon juice for added tenderness. For a crispy crust, ensure the oil is hot before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Find it online: https://lunarecipez.com/lemon-infused-chicken-romano-recipe/