Can I bake Crusted Chicken Romano instead of frying it?

Yes, you can! Bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes on a greased baking sheet, flipping halfway through. You’ll miss a bit of the skillet crispiness, but it’s still delish.

How do I store leftovers?

Pop them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet to keep that crispy edge alive.

Can I freeze the breaded cutlets?

Absolutely. Bread them, place on a tray to freeze individually, then store in a zip-top bag. Cook directly from frozen—just add a few extra minutes to the pan.

What can I serve with this?

Try a light arugula salad, buttery mashed potatoes, or roasted green beans. Want to go big? Garlic bread is always a good idea.

Crusted Chicken Romano - Chicken magic recipes

Description

Crusted Chicken Romano is a crispy, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish that brings the taste of a cozy Italian restaurant right to your kitchen. Coated in panko, Romano cheese, and lemon zest, then topped with melty mozzarella—this is a weeknight dinner that feels like a treat.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise into thin cutlets
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup (60 g) grated Romano cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 tablespoons (60 ml) avocado oil or olive oil
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Optional: lemon wedges and extra parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets and pound if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with a mix of panko, Romano cheese, parsley, and lemon zest.
Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the panko mixture.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Sprinkle mozzarella on top, cover the skillet, and let it melt for 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Don’t skip the lemon zest—it adds the perfect zing!
Romano cheese can be subbed with Parmesan if desired.
For extra crispiness, don’t overcrowd the pan during cooking.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 430 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg