Breaded Chicken Cutlets with Sweet Walnut Butter Sauce

1. Prepare the Chicken Cutlets:

• Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
• Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip in the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Place on a plate and let rest for 10 minutes.

2. Cook the Chicken Cutlets:

• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the breaded chicken cutlets. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

3. Prepare the Sweet Walnut Butter Sauce:

• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped walnuts and cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
• Stir in the brown sugar and honey, and cook until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbling, about 2 minutes.
• Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Season with a pinch of salt to taste.

4.Serve:

• Plate the breaded chicken cutlets and drizzle generously with the sweet walnut butter sauce. Serve immediately.