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Cheesecake Factory Chicken Romano

Savory Cheesecake Factory Chicken Romano in 30 Minutes

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Cheesecake Factory Chicken Romano, a gourmet dish that is quick and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Aim for larger pieces for satisfying servings.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Base for egg wash and cheese adherence.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten for coating.
For the Cheese Crust
  • 1 cup Romano Cheese Finely grated; substitute with Parmesan if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Adds nutty depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Imparts classic Italian flair.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying; can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Enhances flavor.
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 pieces Lemon Wedges For added brightness.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 3 shallow bowls
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prepare your stations: Set up three shallow bowls with flour mixture, beaten eggs, and cheese mixture.
  2. Dredge the chicken: Coat chicken breasts in flour, dip in eggs, then press into cheese mixture until fully coated.
  3. Heat the pan: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the chicken: Fry coated chicken breasts in the hot skillet for 4-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Rest: Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish and serve: Serve garnished with lemon wedges and parsley or with a light pasta sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

The chicken can be breaded in advance and stored in the fridge for easy cooking when short on time.

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