Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce
Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce is a delightful culinary experience that marries zesty lemon with the rich flavors of pecorino cheese. This dish is perfect for both busy weeknights and elegant gatherings, making it a versatile addition to your dinner rotation. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crunchy pecorino crust, then drizzled with a luscious creamy lemon sauce that elevates the overall flavor profile. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can impress family and friends alike with this indulgent yet easy-to-make meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated pecorino cheese
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In one shallow bowl, mix grated pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil.
- Dip each chicken breast in the lemon juice mixture followed by the breadcrumb mixture until well-coated.
- Arrange the coated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- While the chicken bakes, heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until slightly thickened. Add remaining lemon zest along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve baked chicken drizzled with creamy sauce and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg