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Irresistibly Crispy Zesty Lemon Pecorino Chicken Delight

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Crispy chicken with a zesty lemon and pecorino sauce that becomes an instant favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Chicken Tenderloins (flattened to an even thickness)
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour (substitutable with gluten-free flour)
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (substitutable with regular breadcrumbs)
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese (grated; substitutable with Parmesan)
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or avocado oil)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (or a vegan alternative)
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic (freshly minced recommended)
  • 1/2 cup Milk (using whole or 2% milk is suggested)
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (half-and-half can be a substitute)
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth (vegetable broth is an option)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge each tenderloin in flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Dip the floured chicken into beaten eggs, ensuring it is thoroughly coated.
  4. Press the coated chicken into the mixture of panko breadcrumbs, lemon zest, and grated pecorino.
  5. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Sauté the coated chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the sautéed chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked through.
  8. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  9. Add milk, heavy cream, chicken broth, and lemon juice, then simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
  10. Serve the crispy chicken drizzled with the creamy lemon sauce.

Notes

For the crispiest chicken, avoid overcrowding the skillet and let the chicken rest on a wire rack after sautéing.

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