Description
Enjoy the perfect summer meal with these crispy Chicken Cutlets paired with a refreshing Tomato & Nectarine Salad. The juicy nectarines and cherry tomatoes add a burst of flavor to complement the crunchy chicken cutlets.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Cutlets:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2-inch thickness)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
For the Tomato & Nectarine Salad:
- 2 ripe nectarines (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Cutlets: Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, then dip into the egg, and coat with the panko mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken cutlets in batches, about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Add more oil if needed. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to rest.
- Make the Salad: In a large bowl, combine nectarines, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then toss gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve chicken cutlets warm, topped or served alongside the fresh tomato and nectarine salad.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, place cooked cutlets on a wire rack and finish in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes.
- You can substitute peaches or plums for nectarines based on what’s in season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet + 1/2 cup salad
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
