Lemon Pecorino Chicken – Crispy, Creamy
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Pecorino Chicken – Crispy, Creamy. This dish features succulent chicken breasts seared to golden perfection and enveloped in a rich, zesty lemon sauce infused with savory pecorino cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is simple yet impressive, promising to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and lemon juice; scrape up browned bits from the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and grated pecorino cheese until melted and combined.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring it is coated with sauce. Transfer everything to the baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 165mg