Lemon Chicken Romano: A Juicy Twist on Classic Comfort Food
Indulge in a delightful blend of flavors with this Lemon Chicken Romano, a recipe that transforms classic comfort food into a juicy masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Romano cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off the excess.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and dip the floured chicken breasts into the egg.
- Coat the chicken in breadcrumbs and sprinkle with Romano cheese.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, add minced garlic and lemon juice, then bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice for an hour before cooking.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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