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Lemon Chicken Romano

Lemon Chicken Romano: Quick, Zesty Dinner Delight!

Lemon Chicken Romano is a quick and zesty dish perfect for dinner, blending vibrant flavors in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts/thighs Choose chicken thighs for richer flavor.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Coating
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Swap for whole wheat flour if desired.
  • 2 large eggs Can use a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1 cup grated Romano cheese Parmesan can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Always use fresh for best taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Prefer fresh over bottled.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Vegetable broth can also be used.
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine Replace with chicken broth for non-alcoholic.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Feel free to use vegetable oil.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley Garnish for color and freshness.
For Presentation
  • 1 whole lemon slices Provides zest and decoration.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • three shallow dishes

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the chicken between two sheets of plastic wrap and flatten to 1/2 inch thickness.
  2. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In three shallow dishes, set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of Romano cheese with lemon zest.
  4. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in cheese mixture.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
  6. Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and wine to the skillet; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, coat in sauce, and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve with a drizzle of sauce, garnished with parsley and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcrowding the pan while cooking chicken.

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