Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a vibrant lemon sauce, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make meal transforms any dinner into a gourmet experience, perfect for both casual family nights and elegant gatherings. With its bright colors and fresh ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress your guests while offering a comforting taste of home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp capers (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping the pan's bottom to mix in flavorful bits.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then return the chicken to the skillet along with capers if desired. Simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with parsley or additional cheese as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg