Description
Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce is a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This dish features juicy, boneless chicken breasts baked to perfection under a crunchy, cheesy crust made with zesty lemon and savory Pecorino Romano cheese. Drizzled with a creamy lemon sauce, it’s not just a meal—it’s an experience that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the grated Pecorino cheese, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, lemon zest, and olive oil until combined.
- Coat each chicken breast in the crust mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- For the creamy lemon sauce, whisk together heavy cream or sour cream with fresh lemon juice and zest; adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the chicken with the creamy sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg