Description
Savor the delightful flavors of Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets, topped with juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata. This dish is not just a meal; it’s a culinary journey that brings the essence of Italy to your table. Ready in under 30 minutes, these cutlets are perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings, making every bite a celebration of freshness and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (about 2 cups)
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken cutlets dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and let it shimmer. Sear the chicken cutlets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Once nearly cooked, add minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cooking until tomatoes begin to burst (about 2 minutes).
- Remove from heat and sprinkle fresh basil over the top.
- Serve each cutlet topped with generous slices of burrata cheese, allowing it to melt slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with toppings (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 115mg