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Lemon Chicken Romano

A delicious and easy dish featuring succulent chicken breasts coated in a crispy Romano cheese and breadcrumb crust, enhanced by fresh lemon zest.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup grated Romano cheese
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option
  • 2 pieces lemons (juice and zest)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Romano cheese, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Drizzle olive oil on each chicken breast and press into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered.
  5. Place the coated chicken breasts onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the crust is golden brown.
  2. Once out of the oven, drizzle fresh lemon juice over the chicken.
  3. Top with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Be sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. For a uniform thickness, pound the chicken breasts before coating.