Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with these delectable Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets topped with a vibrant mixture of cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy burrata. This dish masterfully combines crispy chicken cutlets with a refreshing tomato basil topping that is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is straightforward enough for novice cooks yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Enjoy a delightful meal that brings comfort and sophistication to your table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1½ cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 burrata cheese
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by pounding the breasts to an even thickness and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with bowls for flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each cutlet first in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet to about 325°F. Fry each cutlet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, sauté cherry tomatoes in olive oil until blistered, then add minced garlic and deglaze with apple vinegar.
- Serve the cutlets topped with tomato mixture, torn burrata pieces, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet with topping (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg