Ingredients
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To create this delicious lemon pecorino crusted chicken, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pecorino romano cheese, grated
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture, tossing until it resembles wet sand.
- Press each chicken breast into the coating mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Let the chicken rest before serving for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg