Description
Indulge in this flavorful Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with a rich Creamy Lemon Sauce. The crispy coating perfectly complements the tender chicken, while the velvety sauce adds a zesty kick.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Creamy Lemon Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Prepare three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and a breadcrumb mixture. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover.
- Make the Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet. Add garlic, then pour in cream and chicken broth. Simmer and stir in Pecorino, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Simmer until creamy.
- Finish and Serve: Return chicken to skillet or spoon sauce over plated chicken. Garnish with lemon zest or herbs if desired.
Notes
- Serve with pasta, roasted potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
- Substitute Parmesan if Pecorino is unavailable.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
