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Buffalo Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Celery Tomato Slaw

These crispy Buffalo chicken cutlets are topped with a creamy celery tomato slaw for a fresh twist on classic Buffalo wing flavors. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that's packed with crunch, heat, and flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Cutlets

  • 1 pound chicken cutlets
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

For the Buffalo Sauce

  • ½ cup Buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

For the Creamy Celery Tomato Slaw

  • 3 celery stalks finely diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes diced (save the tomato juices)
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  • Pat the chicken cutlets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  • Set up a breading station with beaten eggs in a bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  • Dredge each chicken cutlet in the egg and then seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the coating adheres.

Step 2: Fry Until Crispy

  • Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Once hot, carefully add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.

Step 3: Make the Buffalo Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the Buffalo sauce and melted butter.
  • Brush or toss the hot chicken cutlets in the Buffalo sauce until evenly coated.

Step 4: Prepare the Creamy Celery Tomato Slaw

  • While the chicken cooks, dice your celery and tomatoes. Add tomatoes to a separate bowl then add celery (and any other veggie you want) to a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper then add in the tomato juices and combine.
  • Mix until everything is evenly coated.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 5: Assemble and Serve

  • Transfer the Buffalo chicken cutlets to a serving platter or individual plates.
  • Top each cutlet with a generous spoonful of the creamy celery tomato slaw and serve immediately.

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