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Comforting Lemon Chicken Romano for Family

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Comforting Lemon Chicken Romano is a crispy, cheesy, and citrusy chicken dish made with tender, breaded chicken cutlets and finished with a bright lemon sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings, it’s full of flavor and comes together with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Romano cheese, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2–3 tablespoons olive oil (or a mix of oil and butter, for frying)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine (for sauce)
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  2. Set up three bowls: flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with Romano cheese in the third.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in egg, then coat in the breadcrumb-cheese mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. In the same skillet, add lemon juice, lemon zest, and (optional) broth or wine. Scrape up browned bits and simmer for 1–2 minutes to create a light sauce.
  7. Drizzle sauce over the chicken and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Substitute Parmesan for Romano if preferred.
  • Add garlic powder or red pepper flakes to the breading for extra flavor.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or salad to stretch the meal further.
  • To bake instead of fry, cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or skillet to maintain crispness—avoid the microwave.

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