Description
Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets are a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Italy to your kitchen. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned and coated in a crispy panko-basil crust, making each bite a delightful experience. Ready in under 30 minutes, these cutlets are perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Serve them with a fresh salad or your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to about 1 inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, and minced garlic; rub evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs and chopped basil in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast into olive oil, then coat with the panko-basil mixture.
- Arrange cutlets on a lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with a drizzle of olive oil or alongside a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg