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A golden brown pan-seared chicken breast with a crispy pecorino crust and creamy lemon sauce
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Juicy Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs , beaten
  • 1/2 cup all -purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Butterfly and pound chicken breasts to a uniform 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one containing a mixture of Pecorino, Panko, and lemon zest.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and press firmly into the cheese mixture until fully coated.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until the crust is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove chicken and tent with foil.
  • Deglaze the same skillet with white wine, scraping the bottom to release fond, and reduce the liquid by half.
  • Whisk in heavy cream and lemon juice; simmer over medium-low heat until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  • Remove sauce from heat and whisk in butter, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Serve the chicken immediately, drizzled with the creamy lemon sauce.