Description
If you’re craving a chicken dish that feels both indulgent and refreshing, this Lemon Chicken Romano is the answer. Think tender, juicy chicken coated in a crisp Romano cheese crust, kissed with buttery lemon sauce that brightens every bite. It’s classy enough for date night but simple enough to pull off on a Tuesday.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds total)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Romano cheese, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ÂĽ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice + zest of 2 fresh lemons
- Kosher salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken
- Blot the chicken dry with paper towels so the coating sticks better. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Make Your Coating Stations
- Grab three shallow bowls:
- Bowl one: all-purpose flour.
- Bowl two: eggs whisked with just a splash of water.
- Bowl three: finely grated Romano cheese.
- Grab three shallow bowls:
- Coat Like a Pro
- Take each chicken breast through the lineup—flour first, then dip into egg wash, and finally press into the Romano cheese so it clings to every surface.
- Sear to Golden Goodness
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Carefully place chicken in the pan, giving each piece room to breathe. Cook for 5–7 minutes on each side, until the coating is crisp and the chicken is cooked through.
- Build the Sauce
- Once the chicken is done, set it on a plate lined with paper towels. Using the same skillet, toss in the garlic and let it sizzle for about 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and zest, stirring to scrape up the flavorful bits left behind.
- Serve and Savor
- Return the chicken to the skillet briefly or simply spoon the lemon garlic sauce over the top. Pair with fresh greens, roasted veggies, or even pasta for a complete meal.
Notes
✨ Chef’s Tip: Fresh lemons make all the difference—skip the bottled juice here. And don’t rush the sear; that crisp, golden coating is where the magic happens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg