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Lemon Chicken Romano

Lemon Chicken Romano

Lemon Chicken Romano is a tender, pan-seared chicken with a crunchy Romano and panko coating, topped with cheese and finished with fresh lemon zest.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 431 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Shallow Bowl
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup Panko bread crumbs
  • cup finely shredded Romano cheese
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
  • 1 whole lemon divided
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ teaspoon pepper
  • cup olive oil
  • ½ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • minced fresh parsley for garnish
  • lemon slices for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Prepare chicken breasts by cutting them in half lengthwise. Lay them on a cutting board and evenly sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts with salt. Set aside.
  • Zest lemon until you have 2 teaspoons of lemon zest. Set aside.
  • Cut remaining lemon into 4 wedges and set aside.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and flour together.
  • In another shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, Romano cheese, oregano, lemon zest, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in the egg wash, allowing excess to run off.
  • Next, press each chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, covering it completely.
  • Lay breaded chicken breast on a plate.
  • Add olive oil to a skillet over medium-low heat. Heat until oil begins to flicker.
  • Gently place two breaded chicken breasts in skillet. Cook on each side for 2 minutes or until breading is crispy. When done, transfer chicken to a plate lined with paper towel. Repeat this process with the other two chicken breasts.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to your prepared baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, combine mozzarella cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Place a small mound on each chicken breast.
  • Bake for 13-15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
  • Spritz juice from one lemon wedge on each chicken breast.
  • Garnish with minced fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

Use evenly sized cuts of chicken to ensure even cooking. Heat oil properly to avoid greasy chicken. Use a Microplane grater for zesting lemon and avoid overcrowding the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 431kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 25gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 1019mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 348IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 324mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Baked, Cheese, Chicken, lemon, panko, Romano
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