Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear chicken until golden on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Place seared chicken in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, and romano cheese.
- Pour lemon mixture over chicken breasts.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Notes
- Best served with a side of roasted vegetables or pasta.
- Adjust lemon zest and juice for desired tartness.
- Use fresh herbs for garnishing for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Searing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg