Description
Lemon Pecorino Chicken with Creamy Sauce is a delightful dish that combines zesty lemon, rich pecorino cheese, and a creamy sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that is both comforting and impressive.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 🧀 Pecorino Cheese: 1 cup, grated
- 🍞 Breadcrumbs: 1 cup (preferably panko)
- 🍋 Lemon Zest: From 2 lemons
- 🧄 Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- 🥛 Heavy Cream: 1 cup (240 ml)
- 🍗 Chicken Broth: 1 cup (240 ml)
- 🌿 Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
- 🧂 Salt and Pepper: To taste
- 🛢️ Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, simmer the chicken broth until reduced by half, then stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, and minced garlic.
- Coat each chicken breast with the breadcrumb mixture and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to retain moisture.
- Pair with fresh sides like roasted vegetables or a crisp salad.
- Experiment with different herbs or spices for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Lemon, Chicken, Pecorino, Creamy Sauce, Italian Cuisine