Description
Crispy Chicken Caesar Cutlets are a delightful fusion of the classic Caesar salad and crunchy chicken cutlets, creating an irresistible dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines juicy, breaded chicken breasts with fresh romaine lettuce and creamy Caesar dressing, delivering a satisfying crunch in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or quick weeknight meals, these cutlets are not only delicious but also kid-friendly and packed with lean protein. With just 40 minutes from prep to table, you can easily impress your family and friends with this comforting yet simple meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup Caesar dressing
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one dish, beaten eggs in another, and mix panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder and Parmesan in a third dish.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing in a large bowl.
- Slice baked cutlets and serve over dressed romaine. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg