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Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce Recipe

Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce Recipe
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This Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce recipe is a delightful combination of crispy chicken with a tangy, creamy sauce. Perfect for a special dinner or a family meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Creamy Lemon Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • ¼ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Set up three shallow bowls or plates – one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of panko breadcrumbs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and lemon zest.
  2. Crust the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Make the Creamy Lemon Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, Pecorino Romano cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  5. Serve: Pour the creamy lemon sauce over the cooked chicken breasts. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional lemon zest. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon zest and cheese according to your preference.
  • For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream in the sauce.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.

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Keywords: Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken, Creamy Lemon Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Italian Chicken, Crispy Chicken

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