Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping. This delightful dish features crispy chicken cutlets that are perfectly breaded and shallow-fried, then topped with a fresh tomato and basil mixture drizzled with balsamic glaze. The creamy burrata adds a luxurious touch, making it an impressive centerpiece for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare, this recipe brings together healthy ingredients without compromising on taste, ensuring a satisfying experience for all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (pounded thin)
- 3 eggs (whisked)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1½ cups fresh basil leaves (chiffonade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 burrata (torn into pieces)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Bread the chicken: Set up three bowls for flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry the cutlets: Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet to 325°F. Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Make the topping: In the same skillet, heat olive oil and blister cherry tomatoes for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and salt; cook one more minute before deglazing with white apple vinegar. Mix this with basil, lemon juice, and zest.
- Serve: Place cutlets on a plate, top with the tomato mixture and burrata, then drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Adjust frying batches to maintain oil temperature for optimal crispiness. Substitute burrata with mozzarella or ricotta if desired.