Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together the zesty brightness of lemon and the savory richness of cheese. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken cutlets coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture, topped with melted mozzarella and provolone cheeses. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this flavorful entrée is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal choice for a comforting meal at home. Impress your guests with this gourmet dish that can be ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8–9 oz each)
- 1/2 cup shredded Whole Milk Mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Provolone cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup finely shredded Romano cheese
- Fresh oregano, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and season the chicken with salt.
- In one dish, whisk together the egg and flour; in another, mix Panko breadcrumbs with Romano cheese, oregano, lemon zest, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in the egg mixture then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each cutlet until golden brown on both sides (about 2 minutes per side).
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top each piece with mozzarella and provolone cheeses.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve warm with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg