Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Goat Cheese Topping

Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Tomato and Goat Cheese Topping

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg, beaten

½ cup flour

Salt & black pepper to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

2 medium tomatoes, diced

3 oz goat cheese, crumbled

2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional for drizzle)

Directions:

Prepare the Chicken:

Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat in a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan.

Cook the Cutlets:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

Top & Serve:

In a small bowl, mix diced tomatoes, goat cheese, and fresh basil. Spoon over the crispy chicken cutlets. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving for an Italian-inspired finish.

Nutritional Info (per serving, 1 of 4):

Calories: ~460

Protein: 42g

Carbohydrates: 18g

Fat: 24g

Fiber: 2g