Description
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy Romano cheese sauce with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh lemons.
Ingredients
Scale
- Boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 fresh lemons
- Romano cheese, grated
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Fresh oregano, chopped
- Olive oil
- Butter
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, letting it sit for a few minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic right before the chicken is done and cook until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and stir in fresh lemon juice and zest, butter, and Romano cheese to create a creamy sauce.
- Mix in chopped parsley and oregano, allowing the flavors to meld for a couple of minutes.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or steamed rice.
Notes
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Let the chicken rest after cooking for optimal juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Romano Cheese, Italian Recipe, Family Favorite, Comfort Food