Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Romano, a crispy and cheesy dish that’s perfect for any dinner occasion. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts coated with a savory blend of Romano cheese and Italian-style breadcrumbs, fried to golden perfection. The combination of seasonings adds a rich flavor profile that will impress your family and guests alike. Whether served with pasta, fresh salad, or steamed vegetables, Chicken Romano brings a taste of Italian cuisine right to your table. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Olive oil and unsalted butter for frying
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Pound each chicken breast between plastic wrap until about 1/2 inch thick.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, another with whisked eggs and milk, and the last with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Romano cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb-Romano mixture.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the cooked chicken rest on paper towels to drain excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 160mg