Description
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with these delicious Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets topped with a flavorful combination of cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy burrata cheese. This dish is perfect for a quick and impressive dinner that will transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Cutlets:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup olive oil (for frying)
For the Tomato and Burrata Topping:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped)
- 8 ounces burrata cheese (torn into pieces)
- Extra basil and balsamic glaze for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Cutlets: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even ½-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the Chicken: Prepare three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Coat each chicken breast in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken cutlets for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Prepare the Topping: Toss cherry tomatoes with balsamic glaze and chopped basil in a bowl.
- Assemble: Arrange cutlets on a serving platter, top with tomato mixture and burrata. Garnish with basil and balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Great served with arugula salad or garlic bread.
- For extra crispiness, bake cutlets at 425°F for 5 minutes after pan-frying.
- You can substitute mozzarella if burrata isn’t available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet with toppings
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
