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Lemon Chicken Romano
Rocco Fuhrman

Lemon Chicken Romano

Imagine tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a vibrant, zesty lemon sauce with the savory depth of Romano cheese. This Lemon Chicken Romano recipe delivers an explosion of fresh flavor with surprisingly simple steps, making healthy eating a joyful reality.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed from about 2 medium lemons
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
  • Optional: Lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If they are thick, slice them horizontally or pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, half of the grated Romano cheese (1/4 cup), salt, and black pepper. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  3. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully add the dredged chicken breasts to the hot pan. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and fresh lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it reduce slightly for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup of grated Romano cheese until it melts and the sauce becomes creamy. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon slices, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Allow the cooked Lemon Chicken Romano to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best results, gently reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat.