Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place marinated chicken in the dish, sprinkle with Pecorino cheese, and bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer if possible.
- Pair with a side salad or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg