Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Pecorino cheese
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, sprinkle grated Pecorino on top, and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat lemon juice, garlic, and a splash of water, simmering for 2 minutes.
- Pour the lemon sauce over baked chicken and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is evenly seasoned for best flavor.
- For extra crispiness, broil chicken for an additional 2 minutes at the end.
- Use freshly grated Pecorino for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Baking, searing, simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg