Description
A flavorful crispy chicken breast infused with zesty lemon and savory pecorino cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated pecorino cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 eggs
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the grated pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Beat the eggs and mix in the lemon juice thoroughly in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat them with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated chicken on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching. Drizzle generously with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for an added zesty kick.
Notes
For a healthier alternative, opt for whole grain breadcrumbs and consider serving with steamed greens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg