Pan-Seared Chicken Cutlets with Herb Tomato Sauce

Name: Pan-Seared Chicken Cutlets with Herb Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 onions, medium red, chopped; 2 cups corn kernels, frozen or fresh; 2 cups lima beans, frozen or fresh; 3 Tbsp water; 2 Tbsp butter, unsalted; 2 tsp lemon juice; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 stalk green onions, chopped, green and white parts; 3 Tbsp butter, unsalted; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 lb chicken breasts, boneless and skinless; 1/4 cup gluten-free flour

Tender chicken cutlets pan-seared to golden perfection and topped with a vibrant cherry tomato and herb pan sauce. The rich, buttery sauce captures all the savory drippings from the chicken, while fresh herbs add brightness to each bite. Served alongside a colorful corn and lima bean succotash, this complete meal brings together classic American comfort food flavors in one satisfying dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something special but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Level: medium
Cuisine: American

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Gluten-Free

Ingredients

4 servings

½ onions, medium red, chopped
2 cups corn kernels, frozen or fresh
fresh corn1 ear = 1 cupvegetarian
sweeter flavor when in season
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2 cups lima beans, frozen or fresh
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similar texture and cooking time
3 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp butter, unsalted
2 tsp lemon juice
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
cherry tomatoes1:1vegetarian
same size and cooking properties
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 stalk green onions, chopped, green and white parts
3 Tbsp butter, unsalted
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 lb chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
¼ cup gluten-free flour
almond meal1:1ketogluten-freeadds tree_nuts
adds nuttiness

Method

12 steps

1
Combine lima beans, water, and butter in a saucepan and cover
2
Cook over medium-high heat until lima beans are tender
3
Remove cover and continue cooking until excess water evaporates
4
Add onions and corn and cook until corn is tender
5
Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper, then set aside covered
6
Toss chicken in flour while succotash cooks
7
Heat large skillet over medium heat and add half the herb butter
8
Cook chicken until no longer pink or reaches 165F
9
Transfer chicken to serving dish
10
Increase heat to high and add remaining herb butter and tomatoes to pan
11
Saute tomatoes until they begin to blacken in spots
12
Serve chicken with tomatoes on top and succotash on the side

Tips

Tip 1

Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for consistent cooking and faster preparation time.

Tip 2

Don't overcrowd the pan when searing chicken - work in batches if needed for proper browning.

Tip 3

Let tomatoes char slightly in the hot pan for deeper, more concentrated flavors in the sauce.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in separate containers. Reheat chicken gently to avoid drying out.

Make Ahead

Succotash can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated. Flour chicken just before cooking.

Serve With

Serve immediately while chicken is hot and tomatoes are still sizzling from the pan.

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Common Mistakes

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Don't skip pounding chicken to avoid uneven cooking and tough spots.

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Don't move tomatoes too much in the pan to allow proper charring and flavor development.

Substitutions

Gluten-Free Swaps

gluten-free flour→

almond meal1:1ketogluten-freeadds tree_nuts

adds nuttiness

Full guide →

General Alternatives

lima beans→

peas1:1vegetarianadds peanuts

similar texture and cooking time

grape tomatoes→

cherry tomatoes1:1vegetarian

same size and cooking properties

Full guide →

frozen corn→

fresh corn1 ear = 1 cupvegetarian

sweeter flavor when in season

Full guide →

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FAQ

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, boneless thighs work well and stay more moist. Adjust cooking time as thighs may take 1-2 minutes longer per side.

What if I don't have lima beans for the succotash?

Substitute with green peas, edamame, or even green beans. Cooking times may vary slightly based on your choice.

How long will the leftovers keep in the refrigerator?

Store components separately for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken gently and warm succotash before serving to maintain best texture.