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Quick Zesty Lemon Pecorino Crispy Chicken for Flavorful Meals

A vibrant, citrus-infused crispy chicken recipe featuring zesty lemon, nutty Pecorino Romano, and a golden crunchy coating—perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 –4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare three bowls: flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and panko mixed with Pecorino in the third.
  3. Coat chicken in flour, then egg, then the panko–Pecorino mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  5. Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to rest.
  6. In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add lemon zest, juice, and remaining Pecorino to form a sauce.
  7. Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken briefly in lemon juice before coating; rest fried chicken to maintain crispiness.