Description
Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Burrata Topping. This easy weeknight dish features tender chicken cutlets topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and fragrant basil oil. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe combines simplicity with gourmet appeal, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; sear each chicken breast for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, toss halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped basil.
- Place seared chicken on the baking sheet, top with seasoned tomatoes and burrata cheese; bake for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with topping (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg