Lemon Chicken Romano Dinner (Print-Friendly Format)
Tender chicken with lemon, Parmesan, and herbs. A flavorful Italian-inspired meal ready in about thirty-five minutes.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 680 grams)
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3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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120 millilitres freshly squeezed lemon juice
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50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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240 millilitres low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons cold water
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 -
Finely chop the parsley and mince the garlic cloves.
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Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until deeply golden and cooked through.
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Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté until aromatic. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
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Combine cornstarch with cold water, then stir the mixture into the simmering pan. Cook gently, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
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Pour freshly squeezed lemon juice over the chicken and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Allow the cheese to melt slightly before removing from the heat.
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Transfer the chicken to plates and garnish generously with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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For the juiciest results, avoid overcooking the chicken breasts and allow them to rest briefly before slicing.