Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in lemon juice and zest, scraping up browned bits.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in Romano cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating with the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust lemon juice for desired tartness.
- Serve with pasta or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Sauté and simmer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 130mg