Description
Lemon Chicken Romano is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a zesty lemon sauce enriched by garlic and herbs. This quick, easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal. With its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation, Lemon Chicken Romano will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds. Squeeze in lemon juice and add the zest.
- Pour in chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer. Stir in cornstarch mixture until the sauce thickens.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, and basil into the sauce until creamy.
- Serve over rice or pasta, drizzled with extra sauce and garnished with herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 63g
- Cholesterol: 150mg