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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 is a delightful dish with tender chicken coated in a crispy, flavorful crust, topped with a luscious lemon-infused sauce. The combination of tangy Pecorino Romano cheese and zesty lemon creates a perfect balance of flavors that will impress your taste buds.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (for pan frying)

For the Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts: Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness.
  2. Prepare the coating: Set up three shallow bowls for flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko, Pecorino, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then in eggs, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Cook the chicken: Pan fry the chicken in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Make the sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, and Pecorino cheese. Simmer, then season and spoon over the chicken.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or angel hair pasta.
  • You can substitute Parmesan if Pecorino isn’t available.
  • For extra lemony brightness, garnish with fresh lemon slices or chopped parsley.

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