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Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano Made Easy at Home

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Crusted Chicken Romano is a golden, crispy chicken cutlet coated with a flavorful mix of panko breadcrumbs, Romano cheese, lemon zest, and parsley, finished with melted mozzarella on top.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cutlets 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup avocado or olive oil
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts into cutlets and pound to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare three bowls: flour, beaten egg, and panko mixture with Romano, parsley, and lemon zest.
  3. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko mixture.
  4. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook cutlets 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  5. Top with mozzarella, cover skillet, and melt cheese for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges, serve immediately.

Notes

  • Optional: Serve with creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cutlet
  • Calories: 460
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Protein: 35 g