Austrian Gordon Bleu – Crispy, Cheesy & Easy Step by Step

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: pork cutlet

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is usually less expensive.

ham

🥗Healthier: smoked turkey

💰Cheaper: bacon

Smoked turkey is leaner, while bacon is often cheaper.

Pound chicken breasts until thin and even.

Season chicken with salt and black pepper.

Spread mustard on one side of each chicken breast.

Layer ham and cheese on top of the mustard.

Fold the chicken over to encase the filling, securing with toothpicks if necessary.

Dredge each chicken piece in flour, shaking off excess.

Dip into beaten eggs, ensuring full coverage.

Coat with bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

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