Description
A flavorful chicken dish featuring a crispy pecorino cheese and lemon crust, served with a creamy lemon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the sauce: 1 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix grated Pecorino cheese, lemon zest, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and coat evenly with the cheese mixture.
- Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- For the sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice, simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve the chicken with the creamy lemon sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
Pair with steamed vegetables or pasta for a complete meal. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 35g