Description
Chicken Romano is a crispy, cheesy delight with tender chicken breasts coated in a savory Romano cheese and breadcrumb mixture, offering a satisfying crunch and juicy interior. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to special gatherings, and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- ½ cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, whisked eggs in another, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, Romano cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the flour, shaking off excess, then into the eggs, and finally coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pan-fry the coated chicken breasts for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the browned chicken breasts to the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let the Chicken Romano rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh chicken breasts.
- You can mix Romano cheese with Parmesan for a different flavor.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to 165°F (75°C).
- Serve Chicken Romano immediately for the best crispy texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Frozen Chicken Romano should be individually wrapped and can be stored for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fried and Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 chicken breast)
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 37g