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Smoky Southern Chicken Cutlets

With Pan-Sauteed Asparagus and Cauliflower Mash



This Smoky Southern Chicken Cutlet plate is a simple yet satisfying dinner bursting with bold flavor and nourishing ingredients. Tender paprika-seasoned chicken pairs beautifully with asparagus and creamy cauliflower mash for a balanced, MIND-diet-friendly meal that’s easy enough for a weeknight but elegant enough to serve guests.

Smoky Southern Chicken Cutlets

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Smoky Southern Chicken Cutlets

  • 16 oz chicken breast cutlets
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp olive oil

Cauliflower Mash (Stovetop or Microwave)

  • 3 cups cauliflower, fresh or frozen
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, nonfat
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste

Pan-Sauteed Asparagus

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken on both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt.
  2. Heat oil in a Dutch oven or stainless skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm. Do not wipe the pan—you’ll use the flavorful bits for the asparagus.
  4. Meanwhile steam cauliflower until soft (8–10 minutes on stovetop). Mash or blend the cauliflower with yogurt and seasonings until creamy.
  5. In the same Dutch oven or skillet you used for the chicken, add a little more oil if needed. Add asparagus and cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just tender and bright green. Season with salt and a squeeze of lemon.
  6. Serve warm cauliflower mash alongside chicken and asparagus.


Published: Apr 13, 2025