Description
A delicious way to enjoy flavorful, crispy chicken with the tanginess of lemon and savory Romano cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Romano cheese, grated
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the Romano cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Beat the eggs and mix in the lemon juice in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat with the cheese and breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a fresh salad or veggies.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg