Lemon Chicken Romano Recipe
This Lemon Chicken Romano Recipe brings together tender chicken with zesty lemon flavors and rich Romano cheese.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls (2)
- Meat mallet
- Tongs
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup grated Romano cheese
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Mix flour and Romano cheese in bowl.
- Beat eggs with lemon juice separately.
- Dip chicken in egg mixture first.
- Coat thoroughly in flour-cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in large skillet.
- Cook chicken 6 minutes each side.
- Add garlic and oregano to pan.
- Finish with butter for extra richness.
Notes
- Use room temperature chicken for even cooking
- Don't overcrowd the pan while frying
- Fresh Romano cheese melts better than pre-grated
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving
- Double-coat for extra crispy texture