Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping. This dish features crispy, golden chicken cutlets topped with a vibrant mix of blistered cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy burrata cheese, all drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, this recipe is simple yet impressive, making it a favorite among family and friends. With its combination of textures and flavors, every bite promises a taste of Italy right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 3 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
- Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap to an even thickness; season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Coat each cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat (325°F). Fry each cutlet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil; add cherry tomatoes and cook until blistered. Stir in garlic and salt; deglaze with white apple vinegar. Mix with basil and lemon juice.
- Serve crispy cutlets topped with tomato mixture and torn burrata, finished with balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 150mg