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Crispy Herb-Crusted Chicken Romano with Tangy Parmesan Cream Sauce

Crispy Herb-Crusted Chicken Romano with Creamy Parmesan Joy

Crispy Herb-Crusted Chicken Romano with Tangy Parmesan Cream Sauce offers indulgent flavor and comfort, perfect for busy nights.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: comfort food, Crispy Chicken, Herb-Crusted Chicken, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan Sauce, quick dinner
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Shallow Dishes for Breading
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 6 ounces each
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour For dusting
  • 2 Large Eggs For binding
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs (panko) For extra crunch
  • ½ cup Grated Romano cheese For flavor

For the Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano For earthy taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Compliments herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances richness
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Rounds out flavor
  • Salt and pepper To taste

For Frying

  • ¼ cup Olive oil For frying

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup Heavy cream For sauce base
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese For tangy richness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice For brightness

For Serving

  • Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Prepare the chicken by pounding to ½ inch thickness and seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Set up a breading station with flour, whisked eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, Romano cheese, and seasonings.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Warm heavy cream in a saucepan, whisk in Parmesan, add lemon juice, and let simmer until thickened.
  • Plate the chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Ensure even thickness for the chicken and use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg