crispy chicken romano

(1 rating)
Recipe by
C G
Vallèe du Willamette, OR

From one of those index card-sized free recipes c/o the grocery store. Source unknown.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For crispy chicken romano

  • 5
    (approx. 5 ounce) skinless chicken breasts or thighs, pounded to 1/4" thickness
  • 1 c
    freshly grated romano cheese (asiago, reggiano, grana padano or similar)
  • 1/2 c
    fine breadcrumbs or panko, more if needed
  • 2 Tbsp
    flour, more if needed
  • 2
    eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 c
    grape seed oil (or similar oil that can withstand high heat)
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice
  • GARNISHES:
  • *fresh* basil leaves
  • lemon slices

How To Make crispy chicken romano

  • 1
    Preheat broiler to HIGH. Sprinkle both side of chicken with salt and pepper.
  • 2
    In a shallow prep dish combine 3/4 cup of the cheese, breadcrumbs/panko and flour; mix well.
  • 3
    Place the whisked eggs in another prep bowl. Dip chicken in eggs first then roll in the cheese/breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere if necessary.
  • 4
    In a large ovenproof skillet heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 3-5 minutes per side or until chicken pieces are golden brown and no longer pink. Garnish remaining cheese over the chicken and place in oven. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or *just* until the cheese melts.
  • 5
    Transfer chicken to a serving platter and garnish with a light sprinkle of cheese, lemon slices and fresh basil.

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