Description
This Zesty Lemon Chicken Romano recipe is bursting with vibrant citrus flavor, savory Parmesan, and a creamy, tangy sauce that transforms simple chicken breasts into a restaurant-quality dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: mince garlic and chop parsley.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sear chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden.
- Add garlic and chicken broth to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add lemon juice and sprinkle Parmesan over the chicken; let melt slightly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Zesty Lemon Chicken Romano