Description
A vibrant dish of tender chicken cooked in a zesty sauce of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and Romano cheese, offering a delightful umami flavor.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- Fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- Romano cheese (finely grated)
- Fresh garlic (minced)
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Optionally, flatten breasts for even cooking.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about a minute. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and zest, scraping any browned bits from the pan.
- Add more butter and fresh herbs, stirring to combine.
- Nestle the chicken back in the skillet, allowing it to soak in the sauce for a couple of minutes.
- Plate the chicken and sprinkle with Romano cheese, letting it melt over the hot chicken. Garnish with extra lemon zest and herbs.
Notes
For a spicier touch, add crushed red pepper flakes. Can substitute Parmesan for Romano if needed.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Romano Cheese, Comfort Food, Italian Cuisine, Chicken Recipes