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Lemon Chicken Romano

Zesty Lemon Chicken Romano: A Flavorful Home Cooked Delight

Lemon Chicken Romano is a zestful dish combining crispy chicken with a tangy Romano cheese sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Ensure even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dredge
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Swap with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use less butter or substitute with olive oil for lower-fat.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral cooking oil can be used instead.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is best, but bottled can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice.
  • 1 cup Romano Cheese Parmesan can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Omit if you prefer a less intense lemon flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • meat mallet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge chicken in all-purpose flour, coating fully.
  4. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet until foamy.
  5. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  6. Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and Romano cheese to the skillet; stir until combined.
  7. Pour the sauce over seared chicken in a baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle lemon zest over the chicken; bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes; garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pound chicken for even cooking and avoid overcrowding the skillet during searing.

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