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Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano

Savory Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano Made Easy

Enjoy this easy Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano with a crispy panko coating and savory Romano cheese, perfect for a comforting dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts sliced lengthwise
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs can substitute with regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Grated Romano Cheese can substitute with parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest fresh lemon juice can be used instead
For the Cooking
  • 1/4 cup Avocado Oil or Olive Oil for frying
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can use provolone if preferred

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat mallet
  • shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Slice chicken breasts lengthwise into cutlets about 1/2 inch thick. Use a meat mallet to pound them and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange three shallow bowls - one for flour, one for beaten egg, and one for panko mixture with Romano cheese, parsley, and lemon zest.
  3. Dredge Chicken: Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in beaten egg, then press into the panko mixture for an even coating.
  4. Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Melt Mozzarella: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over cooked chicken cutlets, cover, and let melt for 2-3 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Transfer cheesy cutlets to serving plates, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately while the crust remains crispy and the cheese is melty.

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