Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets with Pesto and Burrata Topping

 Ingredients

For Chicken Cutlets:

• 2 large chicken breasts (butterflied & pounded thin)

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 2 eggs (beaten)

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Olive oil (for frying)

For Pesto Topping:

• 1 cup fresh basil leaves

• 2 tbsp pine nuts or walnuts

• 1 garlic clove

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• Salt to taste
  (Or use store-bought pesto)

For Finishing:

• 1–2 balls burrata cheese (torn)

• Cherry tomatoes (optional, roasted or fresh)

• Fresh basil leaves

• Balsamic glaze (optional drizzle)

 Instructions

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