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Chicken Cutlet Caprese Salad

Chicken Cutlet Caprese Salad takes advantage of end-of-summer heirloom tomatoes with lightly pan-fried chicken cutlets, fresh mozzarella, and basil.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 462 kcal
Course: Dessert , Salad , Lunch , Others
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless (skinless chicken breasts (16 oz))
  • 1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 large eggs or egg whites (beaten)
  • 8 ounces fresh Bocconcini mozzarella halved
  • 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP seasoned breadcrumbs* (or gluten free crumbs)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 6 cups mixed baby greens
  • kosher salt and fresh pepper
  • Balsamic Glaze or Simple Balsamic dressing (combine equal parts balsamic and extra virgin olive oil with salt to taste. (extra))
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Cut chicken breasts in half horizontally so you end up with 4 thin pieces of chicken.
  2. Slice the chicken cutlets.  Arrange the baby greens in the center of the platter. Place the chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil all round.
  3. Working with 1 piece of chicken at a time, pound chicken until 1/4-inch thick. Set aside and repeat with the remaining 3 pieces.
  4. If making ahead, cover tight with plastic and keep chilled until ready to eat.
  5. Season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper, to taste.
  6. Or plate them individually if not making a platter, 1 piece chicken, 2 oz cheese and divide the salad.
  7. Combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a medium bowl. In another bowl beat eggs.
  8. Serve with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette (not included in n.i.).
  9. Dip cutlets in egg, then breadcrumbs.
  10. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. If cooking in two batches, add half of the butter and olive oil.
  11. When butter melts, add the cutlets and cook about 4 to 6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat.

Notes

  • Variations:
  • *2 TBSP get tossed after breading, deducted from n.i.
  • *2 TBSP get tossed after
  • Add extra veggies like avocado, cucumber, or red onion.
  • Make it in the air fryer following the same cook method as this Air Fryer Chicken Milanese.
  • If you’re a vegetarian, use tofu and slice into thin cutlets.
  • Instead of serving with a balsamic vinaigrette, use balsamic glaze, which you can purchase or make at home.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/4th of recipe Calories 462kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 14.5g (5%) Protein 45.5g (91%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 231.5mg (77%) Sodium 755.5mg (31%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1.5g (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 462

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4th of recipe
Calories 462kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 14.5g 5%
Protein 45.5g 91%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 231.5mg 77%
Sodium 755.5mg 31%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1.5g 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.