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Caprese Chicken Cutlets

Recipe by Nicki Mejia on InstagramAdded 11 November 2026.
  • 30 min
  • Serves 4
  • 20 ingredients

15 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. Crispy chicken cutlets coated in seasoned breadcrumbs are topped with a bright cherry‑tomato and basil Caprese mixture, and served with a tangy lemon‑Parmesan arugula salad. The dish balances savory, fresh, and citrus flavors for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

4 servingsMetric

Chicken Cutlets

Caprese Topping

Lemon Parmesan Arugula

Amounts as Nicki Mejia gives them. Metric converts supported weights and liquids, and oven temperatures; spoon measures and counts stay as written.

Method

Chicken Cutlets

  1. 1

    In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Italian dressing, salt, and black pepper. Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and coat them thoroughly. Press each piece into the seasoned Italian breadcrumbs, ensuring both sides are fully covered.

  1. 2

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Pan‑fry the breaded chicken cutlets at 350°F for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Alternatively, air‑fry at 390°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway and lightly spraying with oil.

Caprese Topping

  1. 3

    In a small bowl, combine the sliced cherry tomatoes, chopped fresh basil, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tsp balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper, then toss gently to coat.

Lemon Parmesan Arugula

  1. 4

    In another bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 cup lemon juice, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tbsp grated Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper, then toss the dressing with 2–3 cups arugula.

  1. 5

    To serve, arrange the crispy chicken cutlets on a plate, top each with the fresh Caprese mixture, drizzle with a little extra balsamic glaze if desired, and serve alongside the lemon‑Parmesan arugula salad.

Tips while you cook

Coat evenly before breading
Whisk the eggs, Italian dressing, salt, and pepper, then fully coat the sliced chicken before pressing into breadcrumbs.
Flip halfway when air‑frying
If using the air‑fryer, flip the cutlets at the midway point.
Dress arugula just before serving
Toss the arugula with the lemon‑Parmesan dressing right before plating.

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