Description
Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring juicy, thinly pounded chicken breasts seared to golden perfection. Topped with fresh, vibrant cherry tomatoes or diced tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and fragrant torn basil leaves, this dish offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and optional balsamic glaze, it makes for a perfect weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken Cutlets
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 125 g burrata cheese
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1–2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot, preparing it for searing the chicken cutlets.
- Season the chicken: Pat the pounded thin chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional garlic powder to enhance the flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the hot skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through inside.
- Keep chicken warm: Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate to maintain heat while preparing the toppings.
- Prepare toppings: Halve the cherry tomatoes or dice the medium tomatoes, and tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces for a fragrant garnish.
- Assemble the dish: Arrange the warm chicken cutlets on a serving platter, then generously top each piece with the prepared tomatoes, torn basil leaves, and creamy burrata cheese.
- Finish with oil and glaze: Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the assembled cutlets and add balsamic glaze if desired to add a sweet, tangy finish.
- Serve immediately: Present the dish right away to enjoy the contrast of warm chicken and fresh, creamy toppings at their best.
Notes
- For best results, pound the chicken breasts evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, and you can omit garlic powder if preferred.
- Balsamic glaze is optional but adds a lovely sweet tang that complements the creamy burrata.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
- If burrata is unavailable, fresh mozzarella can be a substitute, though the texture will be less creamy.
