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Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta

Delicious Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta Made Easy

This Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta delivers a gourmet experience at home in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Cutlets thinly sliced pork or turkey can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Romano Cheese can substitute with Parmesan, though it's milder
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs can be used, but panko is preferred
  • 2 large Eggs beaten for easier coating
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Linguine or Spaghetti any pasta can be used
  • 1 large Lemon Juice and Zest fresh lemons are best
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is recommended
  • 4 tablespoons Butter olive oil can be used for a lighter alternative
  • ½ cup Pasta Water reserve before draining pasta

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • shallow dishes

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Breading Station: Arrange three shallow dishes with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and grated Romano cheese.
  2. Coat the Chicken Cutlets: Dip chicken cutlets first in flour, then beaten eggs, and finally in cheese-panko mixture.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet and sauté cutlets for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  4. Rest the Chicken: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to rest for a few minutes.
  5. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook according to the package instructions, reserving pasta water.
  6. Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce: Add reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet, cooking for 1 more minute.
  8. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss drained pasta in the skillet with the sauce, adjusting consistency with more pasta water if needed.
  9. Serve and Garnish: Plate pasta, top with crispy chicken, and sprinkle additional Romano cheese or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow chicken to rest after cooking.

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