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Zesty Crunch: Discover the Magic of Lemon Pecorino Crispy Chicken

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Crispy and flavorful chicken breasts coated in a delightful breadcrumb mixture, perfect for any meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Before you start, gather these fabulous ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
  • ½ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking oil (olive oil or vegetable oil)

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up a dredging station with flour, a whisked egg mixture with lemon juice, and a breadcrumb mixture with cheese and spices.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with lemon slices and herbs.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-free option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg