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Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken

Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken

A deliciously crispy chicken dish with a tangy lemon sauce, perfect for a special dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 2 pieces eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for coating
  • 0.5 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese mixed with breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest for coating
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
  • 2 tbsp butter for frying
Lemon Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter for sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream for sauce
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth for sauce
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice for sauce
  • 1 tsp lemon zest for sauce
  • 0.25 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese for sauce
  • Fresh parsley optional, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs mixed with 0.5 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese and lemon zest.
  2. In a frying pan, heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Fry the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  3. In the same pan, add 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute, then add heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and 0.25 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  4. Serve the chicken topped with the lemon sauce and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

This dish is perfect for impressing guests. Pair it with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.