Description
A delightful dish that features crispy chicken with a zesty lemon twist, complemented by a rich creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and lemon juice together.
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Pecorino cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, garlic, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until slightly thickened.
- Serve the chicken with creamy lemon sauce drizzled on top and garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
To store leftovers, allow chicken to cool completely, place in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: lemon chicken, crusted chicken, creamy sauce, Italian recipe