Description
This Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce is a delightful dish that combines the tangy flavors of lemon with the richness of Pecorino Romano cheese, creating a beautifully balanced and flavorful chicken dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Creamy Lemon Sauce:
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Coat the chicken: In a shallow dish, mix grated Pecorino Romano and flour. Dredge the chicken in the mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Bake the chicken: Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Make the Creamy Lemon Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Serve the chicken topped with the creamy lemon sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
