Chicken cutlets with pineapple and cheese

6 servings

30 minutes

Chicken cutlets with pineapple and cheese are a vibrant combination of flavors that blend the tenderness of chicken fillet, the sweet tang of pineapple, and the stretchiness of melted cheese. This recipe traces back to Russian cuisine, where the harmony of simple ingredients creates rich taste impressions. The combination of meat and fruits is characteristic of gastronomic experiments brought into home cooking. Cutlets, pre-fried in egg, gain softness and juiciness, while baking with pineapple and cheese adds sophistication. They are perfect for a family dinner or festive table, surprising guests with an original combination of ingredients. Serve them hot, complemented by a light garnish or fresh vegetables to highlight the richness of flavor nuances.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 368.8
• Proteins: 49g
• Fats: 13g
• Carbohydrates: 10.3g

Ingredients

• Chicken fillet: 1 kg
• Canned pineapple: 1 jar
• Hard cheese: 200 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the fillet, cut into thin slices, lightly pound, salt, and sprinkle with black pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 1 kg
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Whisk the eggs a little.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

3. Dip the cutlets in egg and fry in vegetable oil on both sides until cooked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Chicken fillet: 1 kg

4. After flipping to the second side, cover with a lid.

5. Place a ring or half of a pineapple on the cutlet, depending on its size.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned pineapple: 1 jar

6. Sprinkle grated cheese on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Hard cheese: 200 g

7. Place in a well-heated oven until the cheese melts.

8. Serve immediately.