Quick Chicken Escalope with Ham and Gruyere
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Quick Chicken Escalope with Ham and Gruyere! Featuring tender, golden-crisp chicken cutlets topped with savory slices of ham and melty Gruyere cheese, this dish combines elegance with convenience in just 25 minutes. Perfectly breaded using a classic flour, egg, and breadcrumb coating, the chicken is pan-fried to perfection before being broiled with its decadent toppings. The result? A mouthwatering combination of crispy, creamy, and smoky flavors in every bite. Garnished with fresh parsley and best served alongside a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables, this recipe promises to impress with its restaurant-quality flair and minimal prep. A true weeknight winner!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 60 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 units eggs
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 15 milliliters vegetable oil
- 2 slices thinly sliced ham
- 70 grams Gruyere cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound them until they are about 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Step 2
Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Prepare a breading station with three dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
Step 4
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumbs.
Step 5
Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and the pan is hot, fry the breaded chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6
Preheat your broiler (or oven grill) on high while the chicken is cooking.
Step 7
Place the cooked chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top each piece with a slice of ham and a generous amount of grated Gruyere cheese.
Step 8
Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.
Step 9
Remove from the broiler and transfer the chicken escalope to serving plates. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Step 10
Serve immediately with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or your favorite accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (786.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2043.2 |
| Total Fat 93.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g | |
| Cholesterol 833.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5334.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 127.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.7g | |
| Protein 172.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 883.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 387.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories