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Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2-3 servings

Description

Get ready to recreate a restaurant favorite right in your own kitchen with this Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano. This easy dinner idea features crispy, golden chicken coated in Romano cheese and breadcrumbs, finished with a rich lemon butter sauce. It’s perfect for a quick dinner, elegant date night, or comforting food ideas.


Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts

1 cup grated Romano cheese

1 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

3 cloves garlic minced

4 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup chicken broth

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

1. Place the chicken breasts between parchment paper and pound them to an even 1/2 inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Romano cheese.

3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip into eggs, and coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.

4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.

5. Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.

6. Remove chicken and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

7. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

8. Add chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits, and simmer until slightly reduced.

9. Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and cook for 1–2 minutes.

10. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly grated Romano cheese for the best flavor and crisp texture.

Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the cheese crust.

Let the chicken rest briefly before serving to keep it juicy.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg

Keywords: easy dinner, chicken recipe, crispy chicken, cheesecake factory copycat, comfort food