Description
Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with a crispy coating topped with fresh cherry tomato and basil mixture, creamy burrata, and a touch of balsamic glaze for an elegant and flavorful dish suitable for dinner or special occasions.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Cutlets:
- 4 chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 3 eggs, whisked
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Oil for shallow frying (vegetable or canola oil)
For the Tomato Basil Topping:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves, sliced into thin strips (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 cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and use a meat mallet to pound to an even thickness. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Bread the Chicken: Set up three bowls for breading: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, shake off the excess, dip into the egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry the Cutlets: Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet to 325°F (160°C). Fry each cutlet for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Tomato Basil Topping: In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until blistered. Add minced garlic and salt, cook for 1 minute. Pour in white wine to deglaze, stirring to incorporate flavors. Off heat, mix in basil, lemon juice, and zest.
- Assemble and Serve: Place crispy chicken cutlets on a serving plate. Top with the tomato basil mixture and torn burrata. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are pounded evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use a thermometer to check the oil temperature for optimal frying.
- Adjust the amount of balsamic glaze according to taste for sweetness and acidity balance.
- Fresh basil enhances the flavor; add more if desired.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
