Lemon Pecorino Chicken
This Lemon Pecorino Chicken recipe is ridiculously easy, comes together in a flash, and that tangy, cheesy sauce? Pure magic. It’s the kind of meal that makes you feel like a kitchen rockstar without breaking a sweat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 chicken breasts
Ingredients
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Main ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Can use thighs, adjust cooking time.)
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (Good quality cheese makes a difference.)
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour (Helps create a nice crust.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice (Freshly squeezed is key.)
- 0.5 cup chicken broth (Forms the base of the sauce.)
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (For creamy texture.)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- salt and pepper (To taste.)
- fresh parsley, chopped (For garnish.)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add floured chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Lower heat if needed. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not burn.
- Pour in lemon juice and chicken broth. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and Pecorino Romano cheese. Stir constantly until cheese melts and sauce thickens.
- Return cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon sauce over chicken to coat.
- Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat chicken through and meld flavors.
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve.
Notes
While you can’t really “gift” the cooked dish (unless you’re bringing it to a potluck!), the recipe itself is a gift to anyone looking for a dependable, crowd-pleasing meal. If sensitive to strong cheese flavors, use Parmesan or a blend. For a lighter sauce, try half-and-half, but it may not thicken as richly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add a splash of chicken broth or water when reheating to loosen the sauce.