Description
This Crispy Copycat Cheesecake Factory Chicken Romano is golden, crunchy, and packed with cheesy flavor. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crispy Romano-panko crust and pan-seared to perfection for a restaurant-style dish made easy at home.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Romano cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten egg, and a mixture of panko, Romano cheese, parsley, and lemon zest.
- Dredge chicken in flour, then egg, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, top with mozzarella or provolone cheese.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges or pasta if desired.
Notes
- Use chicken cutlets for faster cooking.
- Add garlic powder to the breading for extra flavor.
- For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken.
- Pairs well with salad or creamy pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fry & Broil
- Cuisine: Italian-American