Description

Experience the delightful flavors of Caprese Chicken Cutlets featuring fresh herbs, mozzarella, and a crispy coating. Perfect for a quick and delicious dinner!

Ingredients

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12 oz grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz mozzarella pearls
2 tablespoons finely chopped basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1 ½ lbs
kosher salt and black pepper, for seasoning
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 large eggs
1 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup olive oil, for frying
balsamic glaze, for drizzling
chopped fresh basil, for sprinkling

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix the tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the caprese salad.
On a cutting board, slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create four equal pieces.
Cover the chicken with plastic wrap and pound it to about 1/4 inch thickness, then season with salt and pepper.
In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for coating. Whisk the eggs in another bowl. In a third bowl, mix panko, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, dip in eggs, then coat in the panko mixture, pressing to adhere.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each chicken piece for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove to paper towels to drain excess oil.
To serve, place the chicken on plates and top each with caprese salad. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, ensure the oil is hot before adding chicken to achieve maximum crispiness.
Feel free to add additional seasonings to the flour mixture for extra flavor.
The balsamic glaze adds a delicious finishing touch — drizzle generously!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cutlet
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 150mg