Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken Romano Recipe
A crispy and flavorful skillet-cooked chicken dish with a savory Romano cheese and panko crust, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick dinner that delivers a deliciously golden crust and cheesy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise into thin cutlets
- Salt and pepper to taste
Breading Stations
- ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup (60 g) grated Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Cooking
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise into thin cutlets and pound them if needed for even thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set up breading stations: Arrange three separate stations – one with flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with a mixture of panko bread crumbs, grated Romano cheese, finely chopped parsley, and lemon zest.
- Bread the chicken: Dredge each chicken cutlet first in the flour, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat it evenly with the panko cheese mixture.
- Cook the chicken: Heat the avocado or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the breaded chicken cutlets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each cooked cutlet. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the chicken with additional parsley and lemon wedges, and serve hot for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use a meat mallet to pound chicken cutlets evenly for uniform cooking.
- Avocado oil or olive oil can be used depending on your flavor preference and smoke point requirements.
- Covering the skillet with a lid helps melt the cheese perfectly without overcooking the chicken.
- Serve with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Crusted Chicken, Romano Cheese, Panko Chicken, Skillet Chicken, Crispy Chicken Recipe, Melting Mozzarella