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Lemon Chicken Romano

Satisfying Lemon Chicken Romano for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful dish combining crispy chicken, zesty lemons, and savory Romano cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts use organic for best flavor
  • ½ cup Flour can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free
  • 2 large Eggs no substitutes recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Water no substitutes recommended
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs gluten-free options available
  • ½ cup Romano Cheese Parmesan can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Zest critical for flavor
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice critical for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano fresh oregano is a great swap
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoon Butter ghee can replace for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese optional topping
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley basil can be substituted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • shallow bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Chicken Romano
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
  3. Whisk together eggs and water, then dip chicken breasts in the egg wash.
  4. Combine panko breadcrumbs, Romano cheese, lemon zest, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a dish.
  5. Press each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  6. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet, fry chicken for about 2 minutes per side until golden.
  7. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking sheet, and sprinkle mozzarella if desired. Bake for 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe eating. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. For freezing, use a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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