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Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta

Crispy Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta Delight

Enjoy the magical combination of crispy Romano chicken and silky lemon garlic pasta with this easy weeknight dinner recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Cutlets Substitute with thinly sliced chicken breast if needed.
  • 1 cup Romano Cheese Use Parmesan for a milder alternative.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs work in a pinch.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding the coating; no substitutes recommended here.
For the Pasta
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Use fresh lemons for maximum taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Butter No substitutes for that velvety texture.
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Linguine or Spaghetti) Any pasta shape, like penne, can work too.
  • 1/2 cup Pasta Water Helps achieve that silky sauce consistency.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Three shallow dishes

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Breading Station by setting up three shallow dishes. In the first dish, add all-purpose flour for dredging. In the second, beat eggs to create an egg wash. In the third, combine grated Romano cheese with panko breadcrumbs for a crunchy coating.
  2. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat with the Romano and panko mixture. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. While chicken is cooking, boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  5. In a separate pan, melt butter over low heat, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, then stir in lemon juice and zest.
  6. Combine cooked pasta with the lemon garlic sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually for desired consistency.
  7. Serve by twirling pasta onto plates and topping with crispy Romano chicken cutlets, garnished with additional Romano cheese and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use one hand for wet ingredients and the other for dry when breading to keep things tidy. Cooked chicken should reach 165°F for safety.

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