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The Best Caesar Salad-Inspired Chicken Cutlets Recipe

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This Caesar Chicken Cutlets recipe offers a fun twist on the classic Chicken Caesar Salad by transforming the beloved flavors into crispy, oven-baked cutlets. Succulent chicken breast cutlets are generously coated in a Caesar dressing and buttermilk, then encrusted with a savory blend of crushed croutons, Parmesan, and zesty herbs. The result is a delectable and golden-brown dish that captures the essence of a Chicken Caesar Salad without the greens.

  • Total Time: 30 minuts
  • Yield: 4 servigs 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast cutlets
  • 1 cup caesar dressing
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cup croutons, crushed
  • 1/4 cup parmesan, grated
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450° F.
  2. In a bowl, mix 1 cup of Caesar dressing with 1 cup of buttermilk to create the dredging liquid.
  3. Place the croutons in a freezer bag. Seal the bag and use the back of a spoon or a small pot to crush the croutons into coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed croutons, ¼ cup grated Parmesan, ¼ cup chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and the zest of 1 lemon.
  5. Dip each chicken cutlet into the Caesar dressing and buttermilk mixture, ensuring it is well-coated.
  6. Working one at a time, press each coated chicken cutlet into the dry mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly covered.
  7. Place a wire roasting rack on a sheet tray. Arrange the breaded chicken cutlets on the rack, allowing for air circulation.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, rotate the pan and continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°.
  • Author: dinnercult
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: oven
  • Cuisine: American