Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in lemon juice and Romano cheese, cooking until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute grated Parmesan if Romano is unavailable.
- For added flavor, include a splash of white wine or chicken broth during sauce preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg