Description
These Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets are crispy and flavorful, topped with a fresh tomato basil mixture and creamy burrata. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Cutlets:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 3 eggs, whisked
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Oil for shallow frying
For the Tomato Basil Topping:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
For Serving:
- 1 burrata, torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Bread the chicken: Dip chicken breasts in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the chicken: Fry breaded chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the topping: Saute cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, salt, wine, lemon juice, and zest.
- Assemble: Top chicken with tomato basil mixture and burrata. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Notes
- You can also bake the chicken cutlets in the oven for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add additional herbs or spices to customize the flavor of the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg