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Chicken Romano

Crispy Chicken Romano: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Enjoy the delightful combination of savory Romano cheese and crispy chicken in this easy Chicken Romano recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into thin cutlets
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with almond or whole wheat flour
  • 2 Large Eggs Mixed with milk
  • 1/4 cup Milk
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Grated Romano Cheese Can be replaced with Parmesan
  • 1 cup Italian-Style Breadcrumbs Panko can be used for a crispier finish
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For Cooking
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil For frying
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 4 pieces Lemon Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Three Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Romano
  1. Prepare the chicken by cutting it into thin cutlets, approximately ½-inch thick.
  2. Set up the breading station with flour, egg and milk mixture, and breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Dredge the chicken cutlets in flour, then egg wash, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet until the temperature reaches about 350°F.
  5. Fry the chicken cutlets for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Bake the fried cutlets in a preheated oven at 375°F for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is around 350°F for optimal frying. Allow breaded chicken to rest before frying for better texture.

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