Description
Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the tanginess of lemon with the richness of pecorino cheese, creating a delightful crust on tender chicken breasts, served with a creamy lemon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pecorino cheese, grated
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the grated pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast with the cheese and breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- In a separate saucepan, combine heavy cream, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt over low heat, stirring until warmed through.
- Serve the chicken with the creamy lemon sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and olive oil for 30 minutes before coating.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg