When you’re wanting a hearty meal, you really can’t go wrong with Italian. If you love Chicken Romano, you’ll also have to try chicken marinara, stuffed Tuscan garlic chicken, or chicken francese!
Crusted Chicken Romano
Chicken Romano is easily my favorite dish at Cheesecake Factory and just an amazing dish in general. When I think of the perfect comfort meal, golden, crispy chicken and heaps of noodles come to mind. Chicken Romano is all of that and more! It’s such a delicious recipe. Not only is each chicken cutlet coated in breadcrumbs, but a generous layer of shredded Romano which makes every bite a DREAM! The perfect combination of crispy and cheesy. Serve up your chicken with some spaghetti noodles and your favorite marinara, and bam! The perfect Italian dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients Needed
The best part about this Chicken Romano recipe? It looks and tastes fancy, but is made from super simple ingredients. So simple that you probably have most of them in your pantry right now! Exact measurements are in the recipe card below.
Chicken Cutlets: These are basically thin slices of chicken breast. If you can’t find chicken cutlets at the store, pounding regular chicken breasts thin will give you the same result. Eggs: Think of eggs as the glue that helps the tasty breading stick to the chicken. Grated Romano Cheese: The star of the show! If you can’t find plain Romano at your local grocery store, a parmesan-romano blend or Italian cheese blend will work as well. Panko Breadcrumbs: These breadcrumbs give the chicken a nice, crispy crust. I used plain breadcrumbs but seasoned Italian breadcrumbs will also work. All-Purpose Flour: Flour is like the base coat that helps everything else stick to the chicken. Salt and Pepper: Basic seasonings to add an extra layer of flavor! Vegetable Oil: This is what makes our chicken crispy and golden when we fry it. Marinara Sauce: It’s the saucy goodness that brings all the flavors together. Use your favorite jarred marinara or make your own! Spaghetti: A classic pasta that makes this dish a little more hearty and filling. Extra Cheese on Top: Sprinkle a little more cheese on top to make it extra yummy and delicious!
How to Make Chicken Romano
It only takes 20 minutes to prepare these delicious crusted chicken filets. Cook up your favorite pasta while the chicken sears and you’ll have dinner ready in no time at all!
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