Description
Crispy Chicken Caesar Cutlets are a scrumptious twist on the classic Caesar salad, combining tender, baked chicken with the irresistible flavors of creamy Caesar dressing. This dish is not only quick to make—ready in just 40 minutes—but also delivers the satisfying crunch of golden-brown cutlets that both kids and adults will adore. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these flavorful cutlets bring comfort food to your table without compromising on health. Baked rather than fried, they offer a lighter option that doesn’t skimp on taste. Serve them atop fresh romaine lettuce, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and lemon wedges for a deliciously balanced meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup Caesar dressing
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and combined breadcrumbs with spices and cheese.
- Dip chicken in flour, then eggs, followed by breadcrumbs.
- Place breaded cutlets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing.
- Slice baked chicken and serve over dressed romaine, garnished with extra Parmesan and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg