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Lemon Chicken Romano

Crispy Lemon Chicken Romano: A Comfort Food Classic

Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful dish featuring crispy chicken cutlets with savory cheese, perfect for impressing family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Halved and pounded for even cooking
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to use more provolone if desired
  • 1 cup Provolone Cheese Can be substituted with extra mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Romano Cheese Parmesan is a suitable alternative
For the Dredging
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Traditional breadcrumbs can be used
For Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano Dried oregano can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Zest before juicing for maximum flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
For the Cooking
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Lemon Wedges Essential for brightness
  • Fresh Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Shallow Dish
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice chicken breasts horizontally into 1/2-inch thickness and sprinkle with salt. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
  3. In one shallow dish, whisk together egg and flour. In another, combine panko breadcrumbs, Romano cheese, oregano, lemon zest, garlic powder, and pepper.
  4. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the egg mixture and then press into the panko mixture.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Fry coated chicken cutlets for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer fried cutlets to a baking sheet, top with mozzarella and provolone, and bake for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Serve warm with lemon wedges and optional parsley garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is reheated to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe eating.

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