Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping, a dish that brings a taste of Italy to your dinner table. These crispy chicken cutlets are perfectly seasoned and topped with a fresh tomato and basil mixture, complemented by the creamy richness of burrata cheese. Whether you’re preparing it for a weeknight family meal or entertaining guests, this recipe is bound to impress with its colorful presentation and delicious taste. Easy to make yet sophisticated, it’s a delightful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 thinly pounded chicken breasts
- 3 whisked eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1½ cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 burrata cheese
- Olive oil for frying
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by placing each breast between plastic wrap and pounding them to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with bowls for flour, whisked eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Fry cutlets for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, sauté cherry tomatoes in olive oil until blistered, then add garlic and salt. Deglaze with apple vinegar and mix with basil, lemon juice, and zest.
- Serve the fried cutlets topped generously with the tomato mixture and torn burrata pieces, finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (about 150g)
- Calories: 456
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 180mg