Lemon Chicken Romano: Easy and Flavorful Home-Cooked Delight
Enjoy the delightful combination of lemon and chicken in this quick and easy recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, sprinkle Romano cheese on top, and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
Notes
- Serve with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a side of pasta or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg