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Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken

Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken: A Zesty Dinner Sensation

Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken is a flavorful dish that combines crispy chicken with a zesty lemon cream sauce for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Pounded to an even thickness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For dredging
  • 2 Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese Freshly grated yields best taste
For the Lemon Cream Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Boosts flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a richer sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Flatten the Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to about ½ inch thick between parchment paper.
  2. Season the Chicken: Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper. Let it rest.
  3. Set Up Breading Stations: Prepare bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko mix with pecorino and lemon zest.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Coat chicken in flour, then egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Prepare to Fry: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  6. Cook the Chicken: Fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make the Lemon Cream Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, then add cream, broth, lemon juice, and zest.
  8. Combine Sauce Ingredients: Stir and simmer sauce until thickened slightly, about 4–5 minutes.
  9. Final Seasoning: Taste sauce and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  10. Serve and Garnish: Place chicken on a plate, drizzle sauce, and garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is even for consistent cooking and allow to rest before frying for the best texture.

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