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Zesty Lemon Pecorino Crispy Chicken

Zesty Lemon Pecorino Crispy Chicken: The Best Homemade Delight

  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Enjoy the perfect blend of lemon and pecorino in this crispy chicken recipe that promises to delight.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pecorino cheese, grated
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the pecorino cheese, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat each chicken breast in the beaten eggs, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer the seared chicken to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Notes

  • For extra zest, serve with a lemon wedge on the side.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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