Ingredients
Scale
Let’s gather everything we need to create this delightful dish. Here’s a detailed list of ingredients for a meal that promises to impress:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 12 oz spaghetti or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
If you’re out of Romano cheese, Parmesan works as a great substitute. And feel free to use whole wheat pasta for a healthier twist!
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to bring Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta to life in your kitchen:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. In another dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third dish, spread out the Romano cheese.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with Romano cheese.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the chicken bakes, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the cooked pasta, lemon zest, and juice to the pan. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Once the chicken is done, serve it over the lemon garlic pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
From my experience, the key is not to rush the chicken browning process. Let it get that beautiful crust for maximum flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
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