Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a vibrant lemon sauce, topped off with the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese. This recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 35 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. The zesty lemon juice and savory garlic create a mouthwatering sauce that elevates the dish, while its versatility allows for various serving options such as over pasta, with rice, or alongside seasonal vegetables. Impress your guests with this flavorful and visually appealing meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chop parsley finely for garnish and mince garlic cloves.
- Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear each chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet once chicken is browned; pour in chicken broth and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth; add to skillet and stir until sauce thickens.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top, allowing it to melt slightly before serving.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 90mg