Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with our Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets topped with juicy tomatoes and creamy burrata. This dish features tender chicken cutlets infused with fresh basil and garlic, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. Easy to prepare yet visually stunning, this recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- While the chicken cooks, mix cherry tomatoes, basil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl.
- Once the chicken is browned, top each cutlet with the tomato-basil mixture and chunks of burrata cheese. Transfer to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg