Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– ½ cup grated pecorino cheese
– 2 large eggs
– 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– Olive oil for frying
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Crispy Chicken With Lemon Pecorino Flavor is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
2. Set Up Breading Station: In one bowl, place the flour mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs with lemon juice. In a third bowl, combine breadcrumbs and grated pecorino cheese.
3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Ensure there is enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet.
5. Fry the Chicken: Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Drain Excess Oil: Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
7. Zest and Garnish: While the chicken rests, zest another lemon and sprinkle the zest over the chicken for added flavor. Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley.
8. Serve: Arrange the chicken on a platter, and serve immediately while hot.
By following these steps, you will have a delicious meal that showcases the incredible flavors of lemon and pecorino.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 36g