Description
This Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets recipe features tender, breaded chicken cutlets topped with a fresh tomato and burrata mixture that brings summery flavors and creamy richness to the plate. Perfect for a flavorful and elegant weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Cutlets
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken cutlets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
For the Topping
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- 1 ball burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- Extra olive oil for drizzling
- Extra fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Dredging Station: Set up three shallow bowls—one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. This will help evenly coat the chicken cutlets.
- Coat the Chicken: Take each chicken cutlet and dredge it first in the flour until fully coated, then dip it into the beaten eggs. Finally, coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks well.
- Cook the Cutlets: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the coated cutlets in the pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes with the balsamic glaze and the thinly sliced fresh basil leaves. Mix gently to combine the flavors.
- Assemble and Serve: Place each chicken cutlet on a serving platter. Spoon a generous amount of the tomato and basil mixture on top of each cutlet, followed by torn pieces of burrata cheese. Drizzle lightly with extra olive oil and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm chicken and creamy burrata.
Notes
- If burrata cheese is unavailable, substitute with fresh mozzarella for a similar creamy texture.
- For extra crispy cutlets, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular seasoned breadcrumbs.
- These chicken cutlets pair wonderfully with a fresh side salad or your favorite pasta dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet with topping
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
