Description
Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that elevates ordinary chicken cutlets to gourmet status. Juicy, seared chicken is generously topped with fresh cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic reduction. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe promises vibrant flavors and stunning presentation that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and half of the chopped basil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear each chicken breast for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking dish. Top with cherry tomatoes and chunks of burrata cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar with a pinch of salt and pepper; drizzle over the chicken.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot, drizzled with additional balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg